1400 Independence Avenue, SW.

Room 3932-S

Washington, D.C. 20250-0201

Commodity Specification

Dehydrated Potatoes

APRIL 2012
Commodity Specification Dehydrated Potatoes

2 April 2012

Table of Contents

I. GENERAL........................................................................................................................... 4

A. Quality Requirements ........................................................................................................... 4

B. Exceptions to Quality Requirements .................................................................................... 4

C. Product Origin.......................................................................................4-5

D. Kosher Products.................................................................................................................... 5

E. Packing Season ..................................................................................................................... 5

F. Grade of Dehydrated Products:............................................................................................. 5

G. Fill of Container:................................................................................................................... 5

H. Packing, Labels and Packaging.......................................................................................... 6-8

I. Universal Product Codes (UPC)........................................................................................... 8

J. Palletization Requirements................................................................................................... 8

K. Shipment and Delivery.................................................................................8

II. INDIVIDUAL COMMODITY SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................... 8-10

III. INSPECTION AND CHECKLOADING........................................................................... 10

A. Requirements.................................................................................10-11

B. Certification.................................................................................................................. 11

C. Procedures.................................................................................................................... 11

D. Laboratory Tests........................................................................................................... 11

IV. FAILURE TO MEET SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................... 11

V. EXHIBITS ............................................................................................................................ 12

Exhibit 1 Label for Dehydrated Flakes 12/1 lb packages.............................................. 12-13

Exhibit 2 Required Markings for Non-Commercial Shipping Containers ......................... 14

Exhibit 3 Alternative Label for Shipping Containers......................................................... 15

Exhibit 4 Sample Alternative Label for Shipping Containers............................................ 16

Exhibit 5 Information on Single Sheet Insert (Dehydratedd Mashed Potatoes)............ 17-18

Exhibit 6 Information on Single Sheet Insert (Dehydratedd Sliced Potatoes)............... 19-20
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Exhibit 7 Information on Single Sheet Insert (Dehydratedd Diced Potatoes)............... 21-22

Exhibit 8 Universal Product Codes..................................................................................... 23

Exhibit 9 “Please Recycle” Symbol and Statement............................................................ 24

Exhibit 10 “Corrugated Recycles” Symbol and Statement................................................. 25

Exhibit 11 USDA Symbol .................................................................................................. 26
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I. General

A. Quality Requirements

Dehydrated products (product/commodity) produced under this Commodity Specification 

must meet the requirements specified in the applicable Commercial Item Description 

(CID) A-A-20032 effective on the date of the Solicitation/Invitation for Bid (IFB). The 

Quality Requirements are published separately and are incorporated herein and made a 

part of this Commodity Specification. 

B. Exceptions to Quality Requirements

Exceptions to the Quality Requirements for the Department of Agriculture (USDA) 

dehydrated products purchases are found in Section II, Individual Product Specifications, 

of this document. Additional exceptions may be specified in the applicable

Solicitation/IFB. Any exceptions contained in the applicable Invitation shall have 

precedence over the requirements contained herein, for that Solicitation/IFB only. 

C. Product Origin

1. Commodities delivered pursuant to this Commodity Specification shall have 

originated from crops that have been 100 percent grown, processed, and packed in 

the United States, its territories or possessions, the Commonwealth of Puerto 

Rico, or the Trust Territories of the Pacific Islands, (hereinafter referred to as the 

United States). See Section I.E. of the Master Solicitation.

2. If the contractor handles any commodity originating from sources other than the 

United States, the contractor must have a written plan to segregate the 

commodity. This segregation plan will include an identification and record 

system for all commodities to ensure they are completely segregated and cannot 

be used to fulfill purchase orders awarded by USDA. Such segregation plan must 

be made available, within 10 days of purchase order award, to representatives of 

the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS). 

3. The contractor must maintain positive written documentation records evidencing 

100 percent domestic origin to the grower level. Contractors must also ensure 

that the documentation provided by any subcontractors demonstrates the same 

level of traceability. The burden of proof of compliance is on the contractor. 

Documentation may include load or warehouse storage receipts for raw product 

(i.e., bin tags), product blend (formulation) records, product coding explanations, 

finished product warehousing records, shipping or payment records, or other 

documentation or evidence that clearly establishes the product's domestic origin. 
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4. Contractors must provide the domestic origin certification and supporting 

documentation records to representatives of the AMS Fruit and Vegetable 

Programs, Processed Products Division (USDA Inspector) when requesting 

inspection service. USDA Inspectors will select and review at least one code for 

each purchase order to determine compliance with the Agency's domestic origin 

requirements. 

5. Such records must be available for review by the Government in accordance with 

FAR 52.214-26. In the event of an audit, AMS auditors will examine as many 

codes as is necessary to verify compliance.

6. Self-certifications by contractors and subcontractors will not be accepted.

7. Failure to observe this requirement may lead to suspension or debarment, 

purchase order termination, and penalties at Title 18, Section 1001 of the U.S. 

Code concerning falsification of information.

D. Kosher Products

Occasionally, purchase units will be identified on Solicitations/IFBs as “Kosher Only” 

And will be so identified in the Invitation. Offerors must not bid on these purchase units 

Unless they are properly certified to produce kosher products. Vendors must comply 

with the applicable dietary (KOSHER) laws as established by the “613 COUNCIL OF

KASHRUTH.”

Vendors receiving purchase order items identified as “KOSHER” must contact the Board

of Jewish Education of Greater New York (BJENY) at telephone 646-472-5365 prior to

submitting a bid to certify compliance with the applicable dietary (kosher) laws.

A rabbinic supervisor will be sent by the BJENY to certify compliance with the 

applicable dietary (KOSHER) laws.

E. Packing Season 

All dehydrated products must be from the current packing season/crop year, unless 

otherwise specified in the applicable Solicitation/IFB.

F. Grade of Dehydrated Products:

All dehydrated products must meet requirements specified. Commercial Item description 

(CID) A-A-20032 effective on the date of the Solicitation/IFB unless otherwise specified 

in Section II, Individual Product Specifications, herein or the applicable Solicitation/IFB

G. Fill of Container:

1. Contractor must meet either the net weight or the fill weight for the product as 

specified under section II Individual Commodity Specification; item D-Net 

Weight Specification. 

2. The average net weight must meet the net weight as printed on the label and the 

individual Commodity Specification, Section II. 
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H. Packing, Labels and Packaging

Commercial Labels and Packaging

1. Primary Containers 

a. Vendors have the option to use commercial labeling and packaging which

meets all applicable FDA requirements and contains a code which allows 

traceability of the product in the event of a recall or they may use USDA 

packaging and labeling as specified in the Master Solicitation.

b. The processors’ own commercially acceptable “brand” labels may be used on

all Solicitations/IFBs unless prohibited by the Solicitation/IFB. Distributor’s 

“brand” labels are not acceptable.

All products must be packed in new, commercially acceptable primary containers. 

Dehydrated products shall be packed only in the container size and type specified 

in the applicable Solicitation/IFB. The packages must be suitably code marked so 

that the product can be identified with related inspection certificates.

2. Secondary Containers (tray and case)

Mixing and matching of USDA and commercial labeling methods will not be 

acceptable.

Two or more different commercial labels will not be acceptable within a shipping 

unit (truck load).

USDA Label and Packaging

1. Primary Containers (packages) 

The product shall be packed in new commercially acceptable containers that 

afford adequate protection against damage and moisture. They may be any of the 

following types: paperboard cartons, opaque (white) polyethylene bags, 

polyethylene-kraft laminated pouches, foil-kraft laminated pouches, or for product 

in 6/5-pound cans, No. 10 size cans (603 x 700). Polyethylene containers shall be 

3 mils thick and comply with Federal Food Additives Regulations. See Exhibits 

5, 6, and 7. 

2. Secondary Container (case) Markings 

a. The shipping containers for the product packed in 12/1-pound packages shall 

be constructed to withstand normal shipping and warehouse storage and shall 

meet the following minimum requirements:

Shipping cases for flakes shall be constructed of corrugated fiberboard that is 

rated at a minimum of 175 pounds per square inch bursting strength, B flute, with 

a full winged "U" divider constructed of the same type of corrugated fiberboard as 

the shipping case. The winged "U" divider shall cover 2/3 of the length of the 

case on one side and 1/3 of the length of the other side, shall divide the case into 
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equal compartments, and shall be of the same height as the shipping case. “H” 

dividers will be acceptable. No divider in the shipping case is required for flakes 

packed in chipboard carton containers. Sheets of craft paper shall be placed, top 

and bottom, inside the shipping cases. However, the craft paper sheets may be 

omitted for products packed in chipboard cartons, or if longitudinal flaps of 

shipping cases are sealed with 2 inch wide sealing tape. Tack sealing is not 

acceptable.

b. The shipping containers for the product packed in 6/5-pound containers shall 

be constructed to withstand normal shipping and warehouse storage and shall 

meet the following minimum requirements:

Shipping cases shall be constructed of corrugated fiberboard that is rated at a 

minimum of 275 pounds per square inch bursting strength, with "Z" divider 

constructed of the same type of corrugated fiberboard as the shipping case. No 

divider in the shipping case is required for product packed in No.10 size cans or 

chipboard cartons. The "Z" divider shall cover 1⁄2 of the length of the case on one 

side and 1⁄2 of the length of the other side, shall divide the case into equal 

compartments, and shall be of the same height as the inside height of the shipping

case. “H” divider is acceptable. Sheets of craft paper shall be placed, top and 

bottom, inside the shipping cases. However, the craft paper sheets may be 

omitted, for products packed in No.10 size cans chipboard cartons, or if 

longitudinal flaps of shipping cases are sealed with 2 inch wide sealing tape. 

Tack sealing is not acceptable.

3. Labels

a. For product packed in 12/1-pound packages per case, the labels will be of 

two colors and of the type and design shown in mechanicals for base art and 

overlay. All printing shall be made scuff resistant by the application of a varnish, 

lacquer, or synthetic coating to the label after printing. The Universal Product 

Code (UPC) bar code must be placed on the bag labels and on shipping cases. 

See Exhibit “H” for details. The net weight shall be expressed in metric as well 

as avoirdupois units.

b. For product packed in cases of 6 No. 10 size cans, the can labels shall be 

printed with DARK BLUE INK on white paper stock suitable for use as labels. 

The printing on labels shall be arranged substantially as indicated on Exhibit 1. 

The wording on the labels is restricted to that shown in the exhibit. Labels shall 

be wrap-around, two-panel type at least 6 inches in height.

c. For product packed in 6/5-pound packages per case, each bag shall be marked 

with the words “Instant Mashed Potatoes” and “Approximate Net Weight 5 

pounds, and kilograms, or avoirdupois”. 
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Contractors are required to print the nutritional labeling information on 

each bag as required by the FDA code of Federal Regulations. Contractors 

are also required to print the instruction for use on each bag.

I. Universal Product Codes (UPC)

Contractor UPC’s are acceptable for primary containers of product shipped utilizing 

commercial labels and/or secondary fiberboard cases enclosing commercially labeled 

product. 

Primary label and shipping container Universal Product Codes for USDA products are 

listed in Exhibit 8. The contractor’s UPC is not acceptable. The primary container UPC 

must be positioned on the can label as shown in Exhibit 3. The shipping container UPC 

must be marked on the case as shown in Exhibit 4. 

J. Palletization Requirements

1. Pallets

Products must be on 48 X 40 inch, non-reversible, flush stringer, and partial fourway entry. New pallets must be good quality wood. Used pallets must be No.1 

hardwood or its equivalent in new softwood. Broken or damaged pallets are 

unacceptable. If pallet exchange is desired, the contractor shall arrange for pallet 

exchange with consignees. USDA is in no way responsible for arrangement of 

pallet exchange.

2. Unitization

Each delivery unit of canned fruit must be unitized. Shipping cases must be 

stacked and secured from top to bottom, so that each container and layer of 

containers becomes an integral part of the pallet. Either stretch wrapping with 

plastic film or “lock ‘n pop” is acceptable. The palletized product must be loaded 

in the conveyance in such a way that will prevent shifting and damage to the 

containers of product. 

K. Shipment and Delivery

1. Quantity Tolerance

Contractor will be allowed a tolerance on the final delivery of plus or minus 50 

cases of each product, from each shipping point named in the purchase order.

II. Individual Commodity Specifications

A. The dehydrated potatoes shall meet the salient characteristics specified in CID A-A

20032 effective on the date of the Solicitation/IFB for Type I Diced, Style A Without

Peel, Type II Mashed, Style A Granules, Style B Flakes without Peel, Type III Sliced

Style A Peeled 1/8 inch Style A without Peel as follows:
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1. Additives or optional ingredients:

 a. Sodium sulfite or sodium acid sulfite or other approved sulfating agents: 

500 parts per million (ppm) (Calculated as sulphur dioxide).

b. Any safe and suitable emulsifiers and/or antioxidants as permitted by 

provisions under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

2. Moisture: Not more than 9.0 percent.

3. Reducing sugars: Not more than 4.0 percent.

B. Test Procedures

Test procedures for moisture, shall be in accordance with the procedures outlined in CID 

A-A-20032 effective on the date of the Solicitation/IFB for Offers to Sell.

C. Lot Compliance

Compliance with product specifications shall be based on samples drawn and tested by 

USDA. If a lot fails to meet these specifications with respect to sulfur dioxide and/or 

defects; but is acceptable under the following schedules, the contractor may tender such 

lot for delivery to USDA, and USDA will then, at its option, accept the lot and the

purchase order price shall be reduced in accordance with the following schedule:

Purchase order Price:

Type of Deficiency Test Results Reduced By 

Sulfur Dioxide 501 ppm or more Fails/Rejected

 100 ppm to 199 ppm 1 cent per pound

 50 ppm to 99 ppm 2 cents per pound

 0 ppm to 49 ppm Fails/Rejected

Purchase order Price:

Excessive Defects Test Results Reduced By 

1. Type I Diced, (Average 3.1% to 3.5% 1 cent per pound

discolorations and peel 3.6% to 4.0% 2 cents per pound

[Style A] greater than 4.1% Unacceptable

or more 1/16-inch per 100

 grams)

2. Type II Mashed, Style A 66 through 70 1 cent per pound

Granules (Average of 71 through 80 2 cents per pound

specks on the surface of 81 or more Unacceptable

 the product in 100 mm

 circle)
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3. Type II Mashed, Flakes 16 through 20 1 cent per pound

(Average discolorations 21 through 25 2 cents per pound

and peel [Style B] per 100 26 or greater Unacceptable

grams)

4. Type III Sliced (Average 3.1% to 3.5% 1 cent per pound

discolorations and peel 3.6% to 4.0% 2 cents per pound

[Style A] per 100 grams) 4.1% or more Unacceptable

D. Net Weight Specifications

1. For product packed 12/1-pound packages or 12.0 pounds/case, the sample average 

net weight shall meet the net weight requirements. No individual container shall 

have unreasonable shortage. Unreasonable net weight shall be:

Net Weight Requirement Unreasonable Net Weight

16 ounces (1 pound) 15.7 ounces or less

12.0 pounds/case 11 pounds, 12 ounces or less/case

2. For product packed in cases of 6 No. 10 size cans, the containers shall be filled 

with dehydrated potatoes to an average net weight of 96.0 ounces per container, 

with no individual container weighing less than 94.5 ounces.

3. For product packed 6 bags per case, the bags shall be filled with dehydrated 

potatoes to an approximate weight of 80 ounces (5 pounds) per bag. The net 

weight of the 6 bags per case shall total 30 pounds with no individual case having 

a net weight less than 29 pounds, 11 ounces.

III. Inspection and Checkloading

A. Requirements

Representatives of the AMS, Fruit and Vegetable Programs, Processed Products Division

(USDA Inspector) must perform the inspection and checkloading. See section X of the 

Master Solicitation. The cost of inspection, samples taken for inspection, mailing of 

review samples submitted for evaluation, and any chemical analysis required for 

testing shall be for the account of the Contractor.

Inspection of dehydrated products must be performed not more than 90 days prior to 

shipment. Whether each lot offered meets the product and container requirements of the

purchase order must be determined on the basis of representative sample units. 

Representative sample units will be graded according to the Regulations Governing 

Inspection and Certification of Dehydrated Products and Related Products (7 C.F.R. Part 

52), and United States Standards for Condition of Food Containers (7 C.F.R. Part 

42.140), effective on the date of the Solicitation/IFB.
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Case stamping in lieu of checkloading is acceptable, at the USDA Inspector’s discretion 

and may be performed at any time up to 28 calendar days prior to shipment of the 

product. Contractors must be aware that if this option is exercised, and an AMS 

Inspector does not perform checkloading, the contractor assumes all risk for these 

shipments and deliveries.

B. Certification

Subject to See section X of the Master Solicitation, the acceptability of the quality, 

weight, packaging, and checkloading of the product must be evidenced by certificates 

issued by the USDA Inspector. 

No product shall be shipped unless the USDA Inspector informs the contractor that a

designated lot is acceptable. Notice by the USDA Inspector that a designated lot 

scheduled for shipment does not meet requirements of the s purchase order hall constitute 

rejection of such lot.

C. Procedures

The contractor must give the USDA Inspector at least 7 days advance notice when 

scheduling inspection service. Prior to sampling, the contractor must furnish the USDA 

Inspector with a list of codes and the approximate number of cases per code. 

Contractors are encouraged to submit requests for inspection in writing with verifiable 

receipt notice, such as fax log, to alleviate possible miscommunication.

D. Laboratory Tests

The Contractor must allow 14 calendar days after product sampling for laboratory tests 

(when required) to be completed and returned. 

IV. Failure to Meet Specifications

Any lot which fails applicable specifications prescribed herein will be rejected as not 

acceptable for delivery. If any lot of dehydrated products fails to meet the product or 

packaging requirement, the contractor may request in writing that USDA accept delivery 

of the lot. USDA may, at its option, accept delivery, provided that the purchase price is 

the purchase order price less a discount, to be determined by the Contracting Officer.
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V. Exhibits

Exhibit 1

Label for Dehydrated Flakes, 12/1 lb Pkg.

ALL PRINTING MUST BE DARK BLUE INK

Front Panel

INSTANT

MASHED POTATOES

GRANULES

INGREDIENTS: 1/

NET WEIGHT 2/

PURCHASE ORDER NO. 3/

STORE IN COOL, DRY PLACE

PACKED BY 4/

 5/

1/ Ingredients shall be listed in descending order of predominance.

2/ Net weight shall be expressed in metric as well as avoirdupois units.

3/ Insert purchase order number.

4/ Insert name of Packer and Packer's Address - City, State, and Zip Code.

5/ Insert Universal Product Code (see Exhibit H).

 Recycle symbols and statements can be placed on bottom panels (Exhibit “9” and “10”).
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Exhibit 1 (cont.)

Back Panel

PREPARING INSTANT MASHED WHITE POTATO GRANULES

: 100 Servings :

Ingredients: : Weights : Measures : Directions

Boiling water : : 1-3/4 gal : 1. Pour liquids into

Reconstituted warm mixing Bowl

Nonfat dry milk : : 2 qt 1-1/2 cups :

Potato granules : 4 lb 2 oz : 2 qt 1-1/2 cups :

Butter or margarine : 12 oz : 1-1/2 cups : 2. Add instant potato 

Salt : 2 Tbsp granules.

 : butter or margarine, 

 and salt to liquids. 

: : : 3. Mix 1⁄2 minute to

: : : moisten potatoes 

 : beat an additional 1

 minute until fluffy. 

: : : (Use of a mixer is 

 Recommended) 

: : : 4. Serve. 

SERVING: 1⁄2 cup--provides 1⁄2 cup vegetable.

NOTE: Since the starch content of potatoes can differ, adjustment of the liquid may be necessary. Increase or 

decrease the quantity of liquid as needed for a fluffy product. Manufacturer's directions may also be followed for 

preparing instant potatoes.

YIELD INFORMATION ON DEHYDRATED POTATO GRANULES

Food as purchased : Purchase : Servings : Serving size or : Purchase : Additional

: unit : Per : Portion : units for : yield

: : . : 100 svgs : information

Granules : No. 10 can : 151.5 : 1⁄2 cup reconstituted : .7 :

: (96 oz) : 303.0 : 1/4 cup reconstituted : .4 :

: : : : :

: Pound : 25.2 : 1⁄2 cup reconstituted : 4.0 : 1 lb dry-

: : 50.5 : 1/4 cup reconstituted : 2.0 : 2-1/4 cups
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Exhibit 2

Required Markings for Shipping Containers

ALL PRINTING TO BE IN BLACK INK

BOTH SIDE PANELS BOTH END PANELS_____

PRODUCT NAME PRODUCT NAME

1/ PURCHASE ORDER NO. 3/

2/ 4/

USDA SYMBOL 5/

STORE IN COOL, DRY PLACE

 

Product name must be printed or stenciled on a separate line in letters at least three-fourths inch 

high, and all other information must be in letters less than three-fourths inch but at least threeeighths inch high. The USDA Food Symbol must be printed, stamped, or labeled and be of 

sufficient size to stand out prominently. Case markings must be limited to case codes and those 

contained in this Exhibit.

1/ Insert any additional product style, pack, packing media, or further definition as applicable; 

(i.e. Dehydrated Potato etc.).

2/ Insert the size and number of packages per case, i.e.12/ pound pkgs, 6/5 pound bags, 

3/ Insert purchase order number.

4/ Insert month and year packed (The first month of packing season is acceptable).

5/ Insert name of Packer and Packer's Address - City, State, and Zip Code. This information 

can be placed on the end panels or the side panels.

6/ Insert Universal Product Code (see Exhibit H).

 Recycle symbols and statements can be placed on bottom panels (Exhibit “9” and “10”)
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Exhibit 3

Alternative Label for Shipping Containers

(Includes all Required Information)

Product Name

Style

Size/Number per case

Purchase orderNumber xxxxx

Packed in: Month Year

Packed by: ABC Growers

Any Town, CA 99999

STORE IN A COOL DRY PLACE

1234567891012345678910
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Exhibit 4

Sample Alternative Label for Shipping Containers

Dehydrated 

Potato Flakes

12/1 lb. pkg.

Purchase Order Number xxxxx

Packed in: November 1999

 Packed by: ABC Growers 

 Any Town, CA 99999

STORE IN A COOL DRY PLACE

1 11 07 15001 01196 8
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Exhibit 5 (FLAKES)

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICE

Washington, D.C.

DEHYDRATED INSTANT MASHED POTATOES

The dehydrated instant mashed potatoes now being offered to food assistance programs by the 

Department of Agriculture are in two forms, flakes and granules. The potatoes have been 

cooked, mashed, and dehydrated; resulting in a product not to exceed 9 percent moisture.

Flakes are packed in 5-pound (80 ounce) (2.26 kilograms) containers with 6 

containers (30 pounds) (13.6 kilograms) per case.

Storage

Store potato granules and flakes forms of instant potatoes in a cool, dry place at 32 degrees to 70 

degrees F. Store opened potatoes in a refrigerator, in airtight containers.

Nutritive Value

Nutrition Information Per Serving

Serving Size = 2/3 ounce dry (Makes 1⁄2 cup cooked)

Servings per 5-pound container = 126.2

Calories ..... Carbohydrate ..... grams

Protein ..... grams Fat ..... grams

Sodium ..... milligrams

Percent of U.S. Recommended Daily Allowances (U.S. RDA)

Protein ..... Riboflavin .....

**Vitamin A ..... Niacin .....

**Vitamin C ..... Calcium .....

Thiamin ..... Iron .....

** Optional - not required
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Exhibit 5 (cont.)

Reverse Side

PREPARING INSTANT MASHED WHITE POTATO FLAKES

: 50 Servings : 100 Servings :

Ingredients : Weights :Measures : Weights :Measures : Directions

Boiling water : : 1 gal 2 c : : 2-1/4 gal : 1. Pour liquids 

 into mixing

Reconstituted warm : : : : bowl.

nonfat dry milk : 1-1/2 qt : 3 qt

Potato flakes : 2 lb 1 oz : : 4 lb 2 oz : : 2. Add instant 

potato flakes,

Butter or margarine : 6 oz : 3/4 cup : 12 oz : 1-1/2 c : butter or 

 margarine

Salt : : 1 Tbsp: : : 2 Tbsp : and salt to 

: : : : : liquids.

: : : : : 3. Mix 1⁄2 

 minute to 

 moisten 

 potatoes. 

: : : : : Stir an 

: : : : : additional 1⁄2 

: : : : : minute to

 fluff. (Use of 

: : : : : mixer is not 

 recommended)

 : 4. Serve.

: : : :

SERVING: 1⁄2 cup (No. 8 scoop) provides 1⁄2 cup vegetable.

NOTE: Since the starch content of potatoes can differ, adjustment of the liquid may be necessary. Increase or 

decrease the quantity of liquid as needed for a fluffy product. Manufacturer's directions may also be followed for 

preparing instant potatoes.

YIELD INFORMATION ON DEHYDRATED POTATO FLAKES AS DESCRIBED ABOVE

Food as purchased : Purchase : Servings : Serving size or : Purchase : Additional

: unit : Per : Portion : units for : yield

: : : : 100 svgs. : information

Flakes :No. 10 can : 63.1 : 1⁄2 cup reconstituted : 1.6 :

: (40 oz) : 126.2 : 1⁄4 cup reconstituted : .8 :

: : : : :

:5-lb. pkg. : 126.2 : 1⁄2 cup reconstituted : .8 :

: : 252.5 : 1⁄4 cup reconstituted : .4 :

: : : : :

:Pound : 25.2 : 1⁄2 cup reconstituted : 4.0 :

: : 50.5 : 1⁄4 cup reconstituted : 2.0 :
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Exhibit 6 (SLICED, PEELED)

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICE

Washington, D.C.

DEHYDRATED SLICED POTATOES

The dehydrated sliced potatoes now being offered to food assistance programs by the 

Department of Agriculture are available without peel and in two sizes, 1/8 inch thick round 

random cut and other. The potatoes have been sliced and dehydrated; resulting in a product not 

to exceed 9 percent moisture.

Slices are packed in 2-1/2 pound (40 ounce) (1.13 kilograms) containers with 6 

containers (15 pounds) (6.8 kilograms) and in 5-pound (80 ounce) (2.26 

kilograms) containers with 6 containers (30 pounds) (13.6 kilograms) per case.

Storage

Store sliced potatoes in a cool, dry place at 32 degrees F to 70 degrees F. Store opened potatoes 

in a refrigerator, in airtight containers.

Nutritive Value

Nutrition Information Per Serving

Serving Size = 2/3 ounce dry (Makes 1⁄2 cup cooked)

Servings per 5-pound container = 126.2

Calories ..... Carbohydrate ..... grams

Protein ..... grams Fat ..... grams

Sodium ..... milligrams

Percent of U.S. Recommended Daily Allowances (U.S. RDA)

Protein ..... Riboflavin .....

**Vitamin A ..... Niacin .....

**Vitamin C ..... Calcium .....

Thiamin ..... Iron .....

** Optional - not required
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Exhibit 6 (cont.)

Reverse Side

PREPARING SLICED POTATOES

: 50 Servings : 100 Servings :

 Ingredients : Weights :Measures : Weights :Measures :Directions

Boiling water : :2 gal : :4 gal : :1. Bring salted

 water to a

 low boil.

Salt : :1/4 cup : :1⁄2 cup : 

Potato slices : 2-1/2 lbs : : 5 lb : :2. Add 

dehydrated

potato slices 

to boiling 

water.

: : : : :3. Simmer until 

tender, 15 to 

20 minutes. 

: : : : :4. Drain well

 and use in

 any recipe 

 calling for

 cooked, 

 sliced 

potatoes.

 : : : : :5. Serve. 

SERVING: 1⁄2 cup (No. 8 scoop) provides 1⁄2 cup vegetable.

NOTE: To achieve best results: 1) be sure potatoes are covered with water during entire preparation time; 2) do not 

overcook potatoes to be used in recipes requiring further cooking; 3) drain potatoes after cooking and before 

proceeding with the recipe; and 4) for added convenience, prepare potato slices the day before and refrigerate 

overnight.

YIELD INFORMATION ON DEHYDRATED SLICED POTATOES AS DESCRIBED ABOVE

Food as purchased : Purchase : Servings : Serving size or : Purchase : Additional

: unit : Per : Portion : units for : yield

: : : : 100 svgs. : information

1/8 inch : 2-1/2 lbs : 50 : 1⁄2 cup reconstituted : 2 :

: carton : 100 : 1⁄4 cup reconstituted : 1 :

: : : : :

: 5-lb carton : 100 : 1⁄2 cup reconstituted : 1 :

: : 200 : 1⁄4 cup reconstituted : .5 :
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Exhibit 7 (DICED, PEELED)

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICE

Washington, D.C.

DEHYDRATED DICED POTATOES

The dehydrated diced potatoes now being offered to food assistance programs by the Department 

of Agriculture are available without peel and in two sizes, 7/16 inch x 7/16 inch x 5/32 and 3/8 

inch x /8 inch x 1/8 inch. The potatoes have been dehydrated; resulting in a product not to 

exceed 9 percent moisture.

Dices are packed in 2-1/2 pound (1.13 kilograms) containers with 6 containers (15 

pounds) 

(6.8 kilograms) per case.

Storage

Store diced potatoes in a cool, dry place at 32 degrees F to 70 degrees F. Store opened potatoes 

in a refrigerator, in airtight containers.

Nutritive Value

Nutrition Information Per Serving

Serving Size = 2/3 ounce dry (Makes 1⁄2 cup cooked)

Servings per 5-pound container = 126.2

Calories ..... Carbohydrate ..... grams

Protein ..... grams Fat ..... grams

Sodium ..... milligrams

Percent of U.S. Recommended Daily Allowances (U.S. RDA)

Protein ..... Riboflavin .....

**Vitamin A ..... Niacin .....

**Vitamin C ..... Calcium .....

Thiamin ..... Iron .....

** Optional - not required
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Exhibit 7 (cont.)

Reverse Side

PREPARING DICED POTATOES

: 50 Servings : 100 Servings :

 Ingredients : Weights :Measures : Weights :Measures :Directions

Boiling water : : 2-1/2 gal : : 5 gal :1. Add diced 

 potatoes and

Salt : : 5 Tbsp : 10 Tbsp : salt to water.

: : : : :2. Bring to a

 boil and

 simmer until 

 potatoes are

 tender (10 to 

 15 minutes). 

 Stir 

 occasionally.

 : : : : :3. Drain well 

 and use any

 diced,

 cooked

 potatoes 

 : : : : :4. Serve

.

SERVING: 1⁄2 cup (No. 8 scoop) provides 1⁄2 cup vegetable.

NOTE: To achieve best results: 1) be sure potatoes are covered with water during entire 

preparation time; 2) do not overcook potatoes to be used in recipes requiring further cooking; 3) 

drain potatoes after cooking and before proceeding with the recipe; and 4) for added 

convenience, prepare potato slices the day before and refrigerate overnight.

Instant diced potatoes are the right size and shape for use in any recipe that calls for potatoes, 

such as soups, stews, salads, and hash browns.

YIELD INFORMATION ON DEHYDRATED POTATO DICES AS DESCRIBED ABOVE

Food as purchased : Purchase : Servings : Serving size or : Purchase : Additional

: unit : Per : Portion : units for : yield

: : : : 100 svgs. : information

7/16 in. or 3/8 in. :2-1/2 lb : 58 : 1⁄2 cup reconstituted : 1.7 :

: carton : 116 : 1⁄4 cup reconstituted : .8 :
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Exhibit 8

Universal Product Codes

 WBSCM

Dehydrated Potatoes Material Primary Container Secondary Container

Dehydrated Flaked (12/1 lb.) 100337 7 15001 10337 6 1 07 15001 10337 3

Dehydrated Flakes (6/5 lb.) 100338 7 15001 10338 3 1 07 15001 10338 0
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Exhibit 9

“Please Recycle” Symbol and Statement

PLEASE

RECYCLE
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Exhibit 10

“Corrugated Recycles” Symbol and Statement
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Exhibit 11

USDA Symbol