date:Jul 04, 2013
matters followed an earlier incident in 2006, where the company was fined for failing to declare walnuts in their product.
In passing sentence, the presiding Magistrate noted that the offences were of a serious nature. Consumers rely on the information contained in labels, and it was well known that allergic reactions can sometimes prove fatal, making general deterrence a significant component of any penalty imposed. In the circumstances, the delay by the Company in implementing the recall aft