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Aluminiumware. Good quality household ware in a wide range of articles is produced. Aluminium ingots, which are imported mainly from Commonwealth countries, are melted and rolled in the Colony.

Vacuum Flasks and Jugs. The manufacture of vacuum bottles, flasks and other containers is an old-established industry in Hong Kong and exports are substantial. All components are locally made and the finished products are of excellent quality and design.

Electric Torches, Batteries and other electrical products. The high standard of workmanship in the electric torch industry is now well known and Hong Kong-made torches have found their way into almost every country in the world. In addition to the many local brands, 'Ray-O-Vac' and 'Ever-Ready' torches and 'Winchester' batteries are manufactured under licence in the Colony on a substantial scale.

Other sections of the industry deal with the assembly and manufacture of electrical appliances of all kinds, the assembly of neon lights, radio assembly and repair, and the manufacture of Christmas tree lighting sets and other novelties. Electric and battery-driven clocks are also produced.

Other Metal Products. The range and variety of light metal products is too wide to enumerate. Examples are hurricane lanterns, kerosene pressure stoves and lamps, nails, screws, tin cans, novelties, metal windows, umbrella ribs, zip fasteners, steel furniture, safes, office equipment, domestic refrigerators, and kerosene radiators and water heaters.

Paints. High-quality paints, varnishes and lacquers are produced for local sale and for export, and Hong Kong paints have a reputa- tion for quality and durability. The Public Works Department of the Hong Kong Government is the principal local user.

Foodstuffs and Beverages. Although Hong Kong's preserved ginger is perhaps its best-known food product overseas, the foodstuff and beverage industry has many branches, including flour and rice milling, bakeries, canning and preserving of fruits, fish products and vegetables, the manufacture of soy sauce, gour- met powder, confections, bean curd, fruit juices, soft drinks, Chinese wine, beer and malt.