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Commodity Specification 

for Dehydrated Potato 

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July 2021
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Commodity Specification for Dehydrated Potato Products

Table of Contents

General........................................................................................................................................... 1

Quality Requirements ..................................................................................................................... 1

Exceptions to Quality Requirements............................................................................................... 1

Product Origin................................................................................................................................. 1

Kosher Products.............................................................................................................................. 2

Packing Season ............................................................................................................................... 3

Grade of Dehydrated Products........................................................................................................ 3

Fill of Container.............................................................................................................................. 3

Labels and Packaging................................................................................................................... 3

Primary Containers (Packages and Labeling)................................................................................. 3

Secondary Containers (case) for Commercial Labels..................................................................... 4

Secondary Containers (case) for Non-Commercial Labels ............................................................ 4

Universal Product Codes(UPC) .................................................................................................. 5

Palletization Requirements .......................................................................................................... 5

Pallets.............................................................................................................................................. 5

Unitization....................................................................................................................................... 5

Individual Commodity Specifications......................................................................................... 6

Inspection, Certification, and Checkloading .............................................................................. 8

Requirements .................................................................................................................................. 8

Certification .................................................................................................................................... 9

Checkloading .................................................................................................................................. 9

Procedures....................................................................................................................................... 9

Laboratory Tests ............................................................................................................................. 9

Failure to Meet Specifications...................................................................................................... 9

Reference Links........................................................................................................................... 10

Exhibits........................................................................................................................................ 11

Exhibit 1 - Non-Commercial Label for Dehydrated Potatoes ...................................................... 11

Exhibit 2 - Required Markings for Non-Commercial Shipping Containers................................. 12

Exhibit 3 - Alternative Label for Shipping Containers................................................................. 13

Exhibit 4 - Sample Alternative Label for Shipping Containers.................................................... 14

Exhibit 5 - “Please Recycle” Symbol and Statement.................................................................... 15

Exhibit 6 - “Corrugated Recycles” Symbol and Statement .......................................................... 16

Exhibit 7 - USDA Symbol ............................................................................................................ 17

Exhibit 8 - Symbols for Kosher Products..................................................................................... 18
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GENERAL

Quality Requirements

Dehydrated potato 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.

Exceptions to Quality Requirements

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

potato products purchases are found in Individual Commodity Specifications, of this document. 

Additional exceptions may be specified in the applicable Solicitation/IFB. Any exceptions 

contained in the applicable Solicitation/IFB shall have precedence over the requirements 

contained herein, for that Solicitation/IFB only.

Product Origin

In accordance with the latest version or the AMS Master Solicitation for Commodity 

Procurement – Domestic Programs (MSCP-D) Sections 4A52.225-1a,b,c,d,e,f, and 

4A52.225-3, contractors must meet all domestic origin requirements with further 

clarifications shown below.

1. Contractors will make all paperwork available to USDA that confirms fruit, 

vegetable, and nut commodities purchased for USDA food assistance outlets are 100 

percent grown in the United States. This means that products shall have originated 

entirely from crops 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) in accordance with 

responsible commercial practices, during the packing season, and from the crop 

year(s) specified. 

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 responsibility for compliance is borne by the contractor, regardless of whether 

the product was processed/packed in their facility or if it originated from other 

sources (i.e. subcontractors and suppliers). If a contractor receives crops or 

products originating from other sources, it is up to the contractor to obtain proof of 

domestic origin compliance from those sources.
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4. Examples of documentation submitted may include, but are not limited to: 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.

5. An acceptable domestic origin verification traceback must include the following:

• Signed Exhibit 1 Domestic Origin Certification

• Table of Contents 

• Narrative or flow chart explaining the documentation provided

• An explanation of the code (Code Breakdown)

• Each page should be numbered and referenced in Table of Contents

• All pertinent information should be highlighted on each document

• Documentation must be clear and concise and must relate directly to the code 

being traced

• Trace information submitted must include the physical location of the 

originating field, farm, orchard, or vineyard

NOTE: Failure to comply with the above requirements, or any submittals consisting 

of mass unorganized “data dumps” will not be reviewed by SCI and final statuses 

will be reported to the Commodity Procurement representative as “Incomplete”. 

6. 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.

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

8. 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.

Kosher Products

Occasionally, USDA solicits offers to sell KOSHER products. Such products are identified on 

the solicitation with the letter “K” incorporated into the WBSCM material descriptions (see 

Exhibit 5 for specific products.) These products shall comply with applicable dietary (kosher) 

laws as established by the “613 Council of Kashruth.” Manufacturing plants shall be certified for 

compliance with the aforementioned requirement by contacting the Board of Jewish Education of 

Greater New York (BJENY) at 646-472-5368. At no cost to the vendor, a rabbinic supervisor 

will be sent to certify compliance of the manufacturing plant with the dietary (kosher) laws. 

Vendors must not bid on these purchase units unless they can be properly certified. Kosher 

products purchased solely for the #613 Council of Kashruth do not require a symbol on the 

primary or secondary container.
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Other Kosher products identified in this specification are required to have a commercial 

Kosher certification and must bear one of the Kosher certification symbols illustrated in 

Exhibit 8.

Packing Season

All potatoes used for the dehydrated products must be harvested from the current crop 

year, unless otherwise specified in the applicable Solicitation/IFB.

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 

Individual Commodity Specifications, herein or the applicable Solicitation/IFB. With 

exceptions noted in the individual specifications.

Fill of Container

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

specified in Individual Commodity Specification; item 5 – Net Weight Specifications.

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

indicated above. 

LABELS AND PACKAGING 

Primary Containers (Packages and Labeling)

1. 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 non-commercial packaging and labeling as specified 

in the Master Solicitation.

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

unit (truck load).

2. 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. 

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

(packages). Dehydrated potato products shall be packed only in the container size and type 

specified in the applicable Solicitation/IFB. The primary package must be suitably code 

marked so that the product can be identified with related inspection certificates. 

4. Product packed in poly bags must be effectively sealed so as not to leak when thawed. 

5. For packages 3 pounds or less, labels must also meet the following formatting criteria: 
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a. Must include, at a minimum, Two (2) colors, in addition to black and/or white. 

b. Must incorporate a graphic (photo or illustration) depicting the product/contents on 

the principal display panel if the packages are not clear or contain an adequate viewing 

window. 

c. Suitably code marked so that the product can be identified with related inspection 

certificates. 

Secondary Containers (case) for Commercial Labels 

1. Primary containers shall be further enclosed within new, corrugated fiberboard cartons 

(cases) acceptable by common or other carriers for safe storage and transportation to 

destinations. 

2. Case flaps, gaps, and other openings may not exceed 1 inch and must be fully glued or 

sealed with tape. If tape is used in lieu of glue, it must be clear and of commercially 

acceptable width and strength. The tape must extend at least two inches down the sides or 

ends. 

3. Mixing and matching of commercial and non-commercial labeling methods will not be 

acceptable. 

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

(truck load). 

Secondary Containers (case) for Non-Commercial Labels 

1. Packages with non-commercial labels shall be further enclosed within new, 

corrugated fiberboard cartons (cases) acceptable by common or other carriers for 

safe storage and transportation to destinations. Flaps, gaps, and other openings may 

not exceed 1 inch and must be fully sealed with tape. The tape must be clear and of 

commercially acceptable width and strength. The tape must extend at least two 

inches down the sides or ends.

2. Cases must be marked in such a manner that they contain all the required symbols

(USDA Symbol is optional), statements and information contained in Exhibits 1, 2, 

3, or 4 as applicable. 

3. Cases may be marked by printing or stenciling or by preprinted, self-adhesive 

stickers. Self-adhesive stickers must be affixed to the case in such a manner that 

they cannot be removed intact.

4. Exhibit 4 shows an alternative placard that may be applied to a non-commercial, 

new, corrugated fiberboard case acceptable by common or other carriers for safe 

transportation to destinations. This placard must be affixed to the case in such a 

manner that it cannot be removed intact.
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5. Cases must have the recycling statement shown in Exhibit 5, “Please Recycle” 

Symbol and Statement or Exhibit 6, “Corrugated Recycles” Symbol and Statement.

6. The shipping cases for flakes packaged in polybags 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 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, or with corrugated 

fiberboard that is rated at a minimum of 275 pounds per square inch bursting 

strength, C flute. 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.

7. Mixing and matching of commercial and non-commercial labeling methods will not 

be acceptable. 

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

unit (truck load). 

UNIVERSAL PRODUCT CODES (UPC)

Contractor UPCs are acceptable for primary containers with commercial labels and/or 

secondary fiberboard cases enclosing commercially labeled product.

Products with alternative, non-commercial labels must use the UPCs listed in Exhibit 5 on the 

primary and secondary containers.

PALLETIZATION REQUIREMENTS

Pallets

Products must be on 48 X 40-inch, non-reversible, flush stringer, and partial four-way 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; however, broken or damaged 

pallets may be repaired with No.1 hardwood or its equivalent in new softwood. 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.

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.
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INDIVIDUAL COMMODITY SPECIFICATIONS

Dehydrated Potatoes – Granules, Flakes, and Agglomerates 

The Styles A, B, or D may be purchased. The Style(s) to be purchased will be listed in the 

solicitation/IFB.

End Product Appearance and Consistency for all styles: Following the manufacturers’

label directions, the rehydrated and prepared product must have the appearance, 

consistency, and flavor typical of mashed potatoes.

Unless exceptions are noted below the dehydrated potatoes shall meet the salient characteristics 

specified in CID A-A-20032 - Potatoes, White, Dehydrated, effective on the date of the 

Solicitation/IFB for: 

Type II – Mashed 

Style A- Granules 

a. Standard mix without dairy ingredients added.

i. Instructions on package will direct end user to add dairy and salt during preparation. 

ii. The specific requirement in CID A-A-20032: 6.3.1 (sieve analysis) is not a requirement for the 

specification. 

Style B – Flakes - without peel

a. Without dairy ingredients added. 

i. Instructions on package will direct end user to add dairy and salt during preparation. 

Defects: 

Defect tolerances for Style B - For each individual sample unit of 100g (3.5 oz) the product 

shall contain no more than 25 total pieces of peel, black, dark brown, or orange (scorched) 

specks. Any speck measuring over 1.6 mm (1/16 in) in any dimension will be scored. Peel shall 

be classified as a defect. The requirement and tolerance for average defects in the lot have 

been removed from this specification.

Style D – Agglomerates - without lumps (Complete Mix) 

a. Agglomerated product with dairy ingredients included.

i. Complete mix, with dairy and other flavoring ingredients included. Instructions on package will 

direct end user to add water only. 

ii. The dehydrated white potatoes shall be porous random shaped agglomerated potato pieces 

where the final drying is air-drying. The agglomerated potato pieces shall be free from clumps 

that will not break under slight finger pressure. Sieve analysis is not required.

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

b. Any safe and suitable emulsifiers and/or antioxidants as permitted by provisions under the Federal 

Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

Analytical Testing Procedures and Tolerances:

Analytical testing procedures shall be in accordance with the procedures outlined in CID A-A20032 (in effect at the date of the Solicitation/IFB). 

For all individual styles, the testing for Moisture, Sulfites, and Reducing sugars may be 

performed by either the USDA National Science Labs, third-party testing labs, or the vendors’

lab. Results of all testing will be provided to the SCI Inspector for each lot produced. 

The testing for analytical requirements shall be at a frequency of once per purchase order, or 

in the case of an IDIQ contract, once per contract. 

Tolerances:

Sulfite -

Style A – Granules – Not more than 600 parts per million (ppm) (Calculated as sulfur dioxide). 

Style B – Flakes – Not more than 500 parts per million (ppm) (Calculated as sulfur dioxide). 

Style D – Agglomerates – Not more than 600 parts per million (ppm) (Calculated as sulfur 

dioxide). 

Moistures -

Style A – Granules – Not more than 9.5% 

Style B – Flakes – Not more than 9.0% 

Style D – Agglomerates – Not more than 9.5%

Reducing sugars -

Style A – Granules - Not more than 4.0% 

Style B – Flakes – Not more than 4.0% 

Style D – Agglomerates – Not more than 4.0%

Net Weight:

Style/Container Size and Label 

Weight Minimum Sample Average Lower individual Limit

Style A (Granules) -12/16-

ounce (plus or minus 0.5 ounce)

container 

Meets declared label weight 

on the container

No individual sample will 

have a net weight less than 

0.3 ounces below the 

declared label weight

Style B (Flakes) - 12/16-ounce (1 

pound) container 16 ounces (1 pound) No less than 15.7 ounces

Style D (Agglomerates) -24/16-

ounce (plus or minus 0.5 ounce)

container

Meets declared label weight 

on the container

No individual sample will 

have a net weight less than 

0.3 ounces below the 

declared label weight
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Truck load case counts:

 

Universal Product Codes (UPC):

INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION, AND CHECKLOADING

Requirements

Representatives of the AMS, Specialty Crops Program, Specialty Crops Inspection (SCI) 

Division (USDA Inspector) must perform the inspection. See 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 12 months 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.

If requested, 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.

Style/Container Size and Label 

Weight Cases per Truck Load

Style A (Granules) - 12/16-ounce 2,352 cs

Style B (Flakes) - 12/16-ounce 2,500 cs

Style D (Agglomerates) – 24/16 

ounce 1,400 cs

Dehydrated Potatoes WBSCM

Material Primary Container Secondary Container

Style A Granules – 

(12/16 oz.) 111303 7 1500111303 0 1 07 15001 11303 7

Style B Flakes – 

(12/16 oz.) 100337 7 15001 10337 6 1 07 15001 10337 3

Style D Agglomerates 

(24/16 oz.) 111301 7 15001 11301 6 1 07 15001 11301 3
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Certification

Subject to (See the Master Solicitation) the acceptability of the quality, weight, packaging, 

and checkloading of the product must be evidenced by Certificates of Quality and 

Condition, 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 purchase order shall constitute rejection of 

such lot.

Checkloading

As a result of the Mandatory Checkloading Phase Out Program, the requirements for 

checkloading Dehydrated Potatoes, by USDA inspectors, will be eliminated for contracts 

announced on or after July 1, 2021. Note: Checkloading may still be performed on all, or 

part of the deliveries at the request and expense of the contractor. Also, SCI may conduct 

periodic verifications of the vendors’ commercial practices to ensure they meet the 

contractual requirements. 

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 email, to alleviate possible miscommunication.

Laboratory Tests

The Contractor must allow 14 days after product sampling for laboratory tests (when required) 

to be completed and returned.

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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REFERENCE LINKS

 

The product must comply with the below references/requirements that are effective on the 

date of the Solicitation/IFB announcement (published separately). 

Selling Food to the USDA

https://www.ams.usda.gov/selling-food

AMS Master Solicitation: 

https://www.ams.usda.gov/sites/default/files/media/MSCP.pdf

U.S. Grades and Standards:

https://www.ams.usda.gov/grades-standards

Commercial Item Descriptions:

https://www.ams.usda.gov/grades-standards/cids

National Science Laboratory Contact Information:

https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/lab-testing/nsl

FDA Food Labeling Guide:

https://www.fda.gov/media/81606/download

Commodity Purchase Solicitations:

https://www.ams.usda.gov/selling-food/solicitations

Plant Surveys, Plant System Audits, GAP/GHP Audits, and Domestic Origin Verification Audit:

https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/auditing/dov

Food Defense System Survey (FDSS):

https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/auditing/food-defense-system-survey 
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EXHIBITS

Exhibit 1 - Non-Commercial Label for Dehydrated Potatoes

12/1 lb Pkg.

Front Panel 

INSTANT

MASHED POTATOES 

(add style)

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 the last five digits of the purchase order number.

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

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

Recycle symbols and statements can be placed on bottom panels (Exhibit “6” and “7”).
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Exhibit 2 - Required Markings for Non-Commercial Shipping Containers

BOTH SIDE PANELS BOTH END PANELS

PRODUCT NAME PRODUCT NAME

1/ PURCHASE ORDER NO. 3/

2/ 4/

USDA SYMBOL - USDA Symbol is optional. 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 (optional) may 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.12/1-pound packages 

3/ Insert the last five digits of the purchase order number.

4/ 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.

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

Recycle symbols and statements can be placed on bottom panels (Exhibit “6” and “7”)
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Exhibit 3 - Alternative Label for Shipping Containers

(Includes all Required Information)

Product Name

Style

Size/Number per case 

Purchase order Numberxxxxx

Packed by: ABC Growers

Any Town, CA 99999

 USDA Symbol is Optional

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 by: ABC Growers

Any Town, CA 99999

 

USDA Symbol is Optional

STORE IN A COOL DRY PLACE

1 11 07 15001 01196 8
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Exhibit 5 - “Please Recycle” Symbol and Statement

PLEASE 

RECYCLE
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Exhibit 6 - “Corrugated Recycles” Symbol and Statement
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Exhibit 7 - USDA Symbol

USDA Symbol is Optional
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Exhibit 8 - Symbols for Kosher Products