Can I use the symbol "e" to replace the word net for the declaration of weight of a food product?

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When net quantity of the food (i.e. solid food) is declared as weight measure, suitable words like “net” is to be used so that it is clear that the declared weight refers to the weight of the food without the packaging.  For example, “Net: 500g or Net weight: 500g”.

The symbol "e" is generally used in European Union to indicate the net weight of a product. It is therefore acceptable to declare the net weight of a product as "500g e" if the symbol is intended to reflect net weight.

Can I use the symbol "e" to replace the word net for the declaration of weight of a food product?

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