Also, each additional complete one square inch is again assessed points under this category. Evisceration applies to all market forms. The evisceration cut should be smooth and clean. Deduction points are based on the degree of defect. Also, each additional complete one square inch is again assessed points under this category.
Fins refer to the presence of fins, pieces of fins or dorsal spines.
It applies to all market forms except headed and gutted or headed and dressed catfish or catfish steaks. Deduction points also will be assigned when the product is intended to have the dorsal spine but it has been completely or partially removed. Aggregate area up to including one square inch. Also, each additional complete one square inch is again assessed points under this category. In market forms intended to contain bones, the presence of bones will not be considered a physical defect.