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Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 336 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN TOMATO SAUCE PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CAN (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN TOMATO SAUCE PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. SIZE CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part II - DETAILED GRADING › Section 001-336-II-17 - Grades of Canned Maine Sardines in Tomato Sauce

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A. "Fancy Grade" is the quality of canned
				  Maine sardines in tomato sauce that possess an excellent appearance, are
				  practically free from defects, possess excellent color and texture of tomato
				  sauce and excellent taste, odor and texture of sardines and score not less than
				  89 points when scored in accordance with the scoring system outlined
				  hereinafter. (89-100)
B. "Extra
				  Standard Grade" is the quality of canned Maine sardines in tomato sauce that
				  possess good appearance, are reasonably free from defects, possess good color
				  and texture of tomato sauce and good taste, odor and texture of the sardines
				  and score not less than 79 points when scored in accordance with the scoring
				  system outlined hereinafter. (79 - 88)
C. "Standard Grade" is the quality of canned
				  Maine sardines in tomato sauce that possess a fair appearance, are fairly free
				  from defects, possess fair color and texture of tomato sauce and fair taste,
				  odor and texture of the sardines and score not less than 60 points when scored
				  in accordance with the scoring system outlined hereinafter. (60 - 78)
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 336 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN TOMATO SAUCE PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CAN (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN TOMATO SAUCE PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. SIZE CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part II - DETAILED GRADING › Section 001-336-II-18 - Ascertaining the Rating for the Factors which are Scored

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A. The essential variations within each
				  factor are expressed numerically. The numerical range within each factor is
				  inclusive (for example, 27 to 30 points means 27, 28, 29 or 30 points). For the
				  factor Absence of Defects, the score is determined by deducting the number of
				  points indicated for each defect from the maximum number of points assigned to
				  the factor (30).
1.
Color of Tomato
				  Sauce
a. Canned Maine sardines in
				  tomato sauce with sauce showing an excellent "tomato" red color may be given a
				  score of 13 - 15 points.
b. Canned
				  Maine sardines in tomato sauce with sauce slightly lacking in normal "tomato"
				  red color may be given a score of 9 - 12 points.
c. Canned Maine sardines in tomato sauce with
				  sauce with a slight darkening or brown tinge may be given a score of 5 - 8
				  points. Tomato sardines that fall into the 5 - 8 point classification cannot be
				  graded above Standard regardless of the total point score of the container.
				  This is a limiting rule.
d. Canned
				  Maine sardines in tomato sauce with a sauce showing an objectionable dark brown
				  may be given a score of 0 - 4 points. If the can contains no tomato sauce or if
				  the sauce is present in such a small amount as to be difficult to detect, it
				  will be given a score of 0. Tomato sardines that fall into the 0 - 4 point
				  classification cannot be graded above "Sub Standard" regardless of the total
				  point score of the container. This is a limiting rule.
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 336 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN TOMATO SAUCE PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CAN (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN TOMATO SAUCE PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. SIZE CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part II - DETAILED GRADING › Section 001-336-II-19 - Ventral Breaks

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A ventral break is an unsightly rupture in the ventral
					 area. Estimate the size of the break in terms of sixteenth inch squares. Deduct
					 1 point for each six 1/16 inch squares from the total score derived as
					 described under Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 above. Record the remainder as the
					 final score of the can involved.
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 336 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN TOMATO SAUCE PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CAN (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN TOMATO SAUCE PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. SIZE CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part II - DETAILED GRADING › Section 001-336-II-20 - Procedure for Grade Classification of Regrades

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A. The grade will be determined on the basis
				  of a 45 can sample provided such 45 can samples contains no more than 2 sub
				  standard cans.
B. An additional 45
				  can sample will be required if more than 2 cans are substandard. If no more
				  than 5 cans are substandard in the first 90 cans a grade of "Standard" will be
				  given to the lot regardless of the grade of the other cans.
C. If not more than 7 cans are substandard in
				  the first 90 cans another 90 cans may be required for additional grading under
				  the circumstances when the Commissioner requires additional samples as proof of
				  validity.
D. A grade will be
				  determined on the 180 can sample. If no more than 11 cans are substandard a
				  grade of "Standard" will be given to the lot regardless of the grade of the
				  other cans. If there are 12 cans to 44 cans substandard a grade of
				  "Substandard" will be given to the lot. A 180 can sample with 45 or more cans
				  substandard will be given a grade of "No Grade" to the lot.
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 336 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN TOMATO SAUCE PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CAN (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN TOMATO SAUCE PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. SIZE CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part II - DETAILED GRADING › Section 001-336-II-21 - Tolerance for Certification of Drawn Samples

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A. When samples have been officially drawn
				  and which represent a specific lot of canned Maine sardines, the grade for such
				  lot will be determined by averaging the scores of the containers comprising the
				  sample if, with respect to those factors which are scored.
1. Not more than one-fifth of the containers
				  fail to meet the grade indicated by the average of such total scores.
2. None of the containers falls more than one
				  grade below the grade indicated by the average of such total scores except that
				  a lot may contain Sub Standard cans not to exceed 3%.
On those lots affected by paragraphs No. I and 2 above, the
					 lot grade assigned shall be the highest grade that will permit compliance with
					 such restrictions.
3. Not
				  more than 6% of the cans are Sub Standard. Any lots failing to comply with this
				  tolerance cannot be graded above Sub Standard.
4. Any lots failing to obtain an average
				  score of 60 cannot be graded above substandard.
5. All containers comprising the sample meet
				  all the applicable standards of quality in effect at the time, whether State or
				  Federal Laws.
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 337 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CANS (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part I - CONDENSED GRADING › Section 001-337-I-1 - Product Definition

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
"Canned Maine Sardines in Oil" is the commercially canned
					 product prepared from immature Atlantic herring (Clupea harengus); smoked or
					 not smoked; packed with edible vegetable oil (including olive), with or without
					 added spices, flavorings and/or other ingredients in hermetically sealed
					 containers and so processed by heat so as to attain commercial
					 sterility.
"Immature herring" means herring of which less than fifty
					 percent (50%) have well developed gonads and may or may not have
					 spawned.
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 337 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CANS (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part I - CONDENSED GRADING › Section 001-337-I-2 - Grades of Canned Maine Sardines in Oil

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A. "Fancy
				  Grade" is the quality of canned Maine sardines in oil that possess excellent
				  appearance, are practically free from defects, possess excellent odor, taste
				  and texture, and score not less than 89 points when scored in accordance with
				  the scoring system outlined in this section (89 to 100).
B. "Extra Standard Grade" is the quality of
				  canned Maine sardines in oil that possess a good appearance, are reasonably
				  free from defects, possess good odor, taste and texture, and score not less
				  than 79 points when scored in accordance with the scoring system outlined in
				  this section (79 to 88).
C.
				  "Standard Grade" is the quality of canned Maine sardines in oil that possess a
				  fair appearance, are fairly free from defects, possess fair odor, taste and
				  texture, and score not less than 70 points when scored in accordance with the
				  scoring system outlined in this section (70 to 78).
Lots not in compliance with above average scores shall be
					 graded under Part II (Detailed Grading).
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 337 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CANS (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part I - CONDENSED GRADING › Section 001-337-I-3 - Procedure for Grade Classification of Regrades

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A. The grade will be determined on the basis
				  of a 45 can sample provided such 45 can samples contains no more than 2
				  substandard cans.
B. An additional
				  45 can sample will be required if more than 2 cans are substandard. If no more
				  than 5 cans are substandard in the first 90 cans a grade of "Standard" will be
				  given to the lot regardless of the grade of the other cans.
C. If no more than 7 cans are substandard in
				  the first 90 cans another 90 cans will be required for additional
				  grading.
D. A grade will be
				  determined on the 180 can sample and if no more than 11 cans are substandard a
				  grade of "Standard" will be given to the lot regardless of the grade of the
				  other cans. If there are 12 cans to 44 cans substandard a grade of
				  "Substandard" will be given to the lot. A 180 can sample with 45 or more cans
				  substandard will be given a grade of "No Grade" to the lot.
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 337 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CANS (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part I - CONDENSED GRADING › Section 001-337-I-4 - Fill of Container 1/4 Size Can) (3 1/4 Oz. Size Can)

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A.
Flippers
1. Lots that contain cans that are
				  "flippers", and where more than 20% of the cans in a lot are flippers, cannot
				  be graded above "Standard" regardless of the total score. This is a limiting
				  rule. A "flipper" is a can having a convex or bulging cover which may be
				  pressed concave or normal again with finger pressure, but will spring out again
				  (convex) after pressure is released.
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 337 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CANS (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part I - CONDENSED GRADING › Section 001-337-I-5 - Ascertaining the Grade

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
The grade of canned sardines is ascertained by considering
					 in conjunction with the requirements of the respective grade, the respective
					 ratings for the factors of Top Appearance, Odor, Taste, and Texture. The
					 relative importance of each factor scored is expressed numerically on the scale
					 of 100. The maximum number of points that may be given each factor is:
Factors Points
1. Top Appearance - - - - - - - - - - -
				  45
2. Odor - - - - - - - - - - - -
				  - - - - 15
3. Taste- - - - - - - -
				  - - - - - - - - 30
4. Texture - - -
				  - - - - - - - - - - - 10
Maximum number of points - - 100
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 337 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CANS (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part I - CONDENSED GRADING › Section 001-337-I-6 - Ascertaining the Rating for Factors Which are Scored

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A. The essential variations within each
				  factor are expressed numerically. The numerical range within each factor is
				  inclusive (for example, 24 to 26 points means 24, 25, or 26 points.)
1.
Odor
a. Canned Maine sardines with an "excellent
				  odor" typical of that type of pack may be given a score of 14 to 15 points.
				  "Excellent odor" means that the product be free from rancidity, has no
				  detectable foreign odor or any acrid or unusual odors.
b. Canned Maine sardines with a "good odor"
				  typical of that type of pack may be given a score of 12 to 13 points. A "good
				  odor" means that the product be free from rancidity, and has no strong off
				  odors. Sardines that score 12 to 13 points cannot be graded above "Extra
				  Standard" regardless of the total score. This is a limiting rule.
c. Canned Maine sardines with a "fair odor"
				  typical of the type of pack may be given a score of 10 to 11 points. "Fair
				  odor" means that the product be free from rancidity and is reasonably free of
				  foreign or unusual odors. Sardines that fall into the 10 to 11 point score
				  classification cannot be graded above "Standard" grade regardless of the total
				  score. This is a limiting rule.
d.
				  Canned Maine sardines with a rancid, objectionable, foreign acrid, strong, or
				  unusual odor will be given a zero score and must be graded under Part II
				  (Detailed Grading).
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 337 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CANS (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part I - CONDENSED GRADING › Section 001-337-I-7 - Method of Salt Analysis

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
Samples for salt analysis shall be a composite sample
					 representing all cans in the lot. The sardines shall be drained as hereinbefore
					 described under "Fill of Container (1/14 size cans - 3 1/14 oz. size
					 cans)".
The official method of analysis shall be that described in
					 the "Official and Tentative Method of Analysis of the Association of Official
					 Agricultural Chemists", thirteenth edition, 1980, Chapter 32, Para. 33.025,
					 Page 540.
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 337 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CANS (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part II - DETAILED GRADING › Section 001-337-II-8 - Detailed Grading of Maine Sardines in 1/4 Oil and 3 1/4 Oz. Oil Cans

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
Lots not in compliance with requirements of Part I,
					 (condensed grading) shall be graded in detail under the following
					 provisions.
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 337 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CANS (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part II - DETAILED GRADING › Section 001-337-II-9 - Sampling Procedure

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A. An official 45
				  can sample drawn at random from each embossed code lot regardless of lot size
				  shall be submitted to the grading laboratory for grading. The grade will be
				  determined on the basis of the 45 can sample provided it does not contain more
				  than 2 Substandard cans.
B. Lots
				  not meeting requirements of A, above shall require an additional 45 cans to be
				  drawn for grading and the lot grade determination shall be based on a total of
				  a 90 can sample, 45 + 45 = 90), excepting under circumstances when the
				  Commissioner requires additional samples as proof of validity.
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 337 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CANS (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part II - DETAILED GRADING › Section 001-337-II-10 - Fill of Container (1/4 Size Can) (3 1/4 Oz. Can

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A. Overfilled cans that are "flippers" or
				  "swells" at room temperature, i.e., 68EF cannot be graded above "Standard"
				  regardless of the total score. This is a limiting rule. A "flipper" is a can
				  having a convex or bulging cover which may be pressed concave or normal again
				  with finger pressure, but will spring out again (convex) after the pressure is
				  released. A "swell" is a can with the cover permanently convex or
				  distended.
B. Underfilled cans
				  cannot be graded above "Standard" regardless of the total score when they fail
				  to comply with the minimum drained weights listed in Table 1. This is a
				  limiting rule.
Table No. 1
Drained Weights for 1/4 Size Cans
Oil Added
Maximum Drained Weight
								Suggested for Concave Ends
Minimum Drained Weight to Comply
4# oil added per standard case
120 grams
								or 4.25 oz.
93.5 grams or 3.3 oz.
5# oil added per standard case
113 grams
								or 4.00 oz.
93.5 grams or 3.3 oz.
Drained Weights for 3 1/4 Size
								Cans
3 1/4# oil added per standard case
92.1
								grams or 3.25 oz.
76.5 grams or 2.7 oz.
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 337 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CANS (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part II - DETAILED GRADING › Section 001-337-II-11 - Drained Weight Procedure

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
The drained weight of canned Maine sardines in oil is
					 determined by emptying the contents of the completely opened container upon a
					 standard draining screen, 8 inches in diameter, 2 meshes per inch, with 0.446
					 inch + 3% square openings. The individual sardines are then separated. (In
					 order to permit proper drainage of oil and water, the emptied can and its
					 detached lid are inverted over the screen and propped against the screen wall
					 at an angle of approximately 45E. The funnel for collecting the oil and water
					 portion tapers from 8 inches to 5/8 inches with a 3-inch length. The oil and
					 water are collected in a 30 ml. at 20EC. pharmaceutical graduate manufactured
					 according to the National Bureau of Standards Specifications.) The drained
					 weight is the weight of the sardines remaining on the screen after a 3 minute
					 draining period.
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 337 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CANS (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part II - DETAILED GRADING › Section 001-337-II-12 - The Grade

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
The grade of canned sardines is ascertained by considering
					 in conjunction with the requirements of the respective grade, the respective
					 ratings for the factors of Absence of Defects, Odor, Taste, and Texture. The
					 relative importance of each factor scored is expressed numerically on the scale
					 of 100. The maximum number of points that may be given each factor is:
Factors Points
1. Top Appearance - - - - - - - - - - -
				  45
2. Odor - - - - - - - - - - - -
				  - - - - 15
3. Taste- - - - - - - -
				  - - - - - - - - 30
4. Texture - - -
				  - - - - - - - - - - - 10
Maximum number of points - - 100
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 337 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CANS (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part II - DETAILED GRADING › Section 001-337-II-13 - Grades of Canned Maine Sardines in Oil

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A. "Fancy Grade" is the quality of canned
				  Maine sardines in oil that possess excellent appearance, are practically free
				  from defects, possess excellent odor, taste and texture, and score not less
				  than 89 points when scored in accordance with the scoring system outlined in
				  this section (89 to 100).
B. "Extra
				  Standard Grade" is the quality of canned Maine sardines in oil that possess a
				  good appearance, are reasonably free from defects, possess good odor, taste and
				  texture, and score not less than 79 points when scored in accordance with the
				  scoring system outlined in this section (79 to 88).
C. "Standard Grade" is the quality of canned
				  Maine sardines in oil that possess a fair appearance, are fairly free from
				  defect, possess fair odor, taste and texture, and score not less than 60 points
				  when scored in accordance with the scoring system outlined in this section (60
				  to 78).
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 337 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CANS (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part II - DETAILED GRADING › Section 001-337-II-15 - Ventral Breaks

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A ventral break is an unsightly rupture in the ventral
					 area.
Estimate the size of the break in terms of sixteenth inch
					 squares. Deduct 1/2 point for each square 1/16 from the total score derived as
					 described under Sections 1, 2, 3, and 4 above. Record the remainder as the
					 final score of the can involved.
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 337 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CANS (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part II - DETAILED GRADING › Section 001-337-II-16 - Procedure for Grade Classification

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A. The grade
				  will be determined on the basis of a 45 can sample provided such 45 can samples
				  contains not more than 2 substandard cans.
B. An additional 45 can sample will be
				  required if more than 2 cans are substandard. If not more than 5 cans are
				  substandard in the first 90 cans a grade of "Standard" will be given to the lot
				  regardless of the grade of the other cans.
C. If not more than 7 cans are substandard in
				  the first 90 cans another 90 cans may be required for additional grading under
				  circumstances when the Commissioner requires additional samples as proof of
				  validity.
D. A grade will be
				  determined on the 180 cans sample, if not more than 11 cans are substandard a
				  grade of "Standard" will be given to the lot regardless of the grade of the
				  other cans. If there are 12 cans to 44 cans substandard a grade of
				  "Substandard" will be given to the lot. A 180 can sample with 45 or more cans
				  substandard will be given a grade of "No Grade" to the lot.
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 337 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 1/4 SIZE CANS (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY) AND GRADES FOR SARDINES IN OIL PACKED IN 3 1/4 OZ. CANS (103.2 ML. WATER CAPACITY) › Part II - DETAILED GRADING › Section 001-337-II-17 - Tolerance for Certification of Officially Drawn Samples

Current through 2024-29, July 17, 2024
A. When samples have been officially drawn
				  and which represent a specific lot of canned Maine sardines, the grade for such
				  lot will be determined by averaging the scores of the containers comprising the
				  sample if, with respect to those factors which are scored:
1. Not more than one-fifth of the containers
				  fail to meet the grade indicated by the average of such total scores.
2. None of the containers falls more than one
				  grade below the grade indicated by the average of such total scores except that
				  a lot may contain substandard cans not to exceed 3%.
On those lots affected by paragraphs No. 1 and 2 above, the
					 lot grade assigned shall be the highest grade that will permit compliance with
					 such restrictions.
3. Not
				  more than 6% of the cans are substandard. Any lots failing to comply with this
				  tolerance cannot be graded above Substandard.
4. Any lots failing to obtain an average
				  score of 60 cannot be graded above substandard.
5. All containers comprising the sample meet
				  all the applicable standards of quality in effect at the time, whether State or
				  Federal Laws.
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"Canned Maine Sardines in Mustard Sauce" is the
					 commercially canned product prepared from immature Atlantic herring (Clupea
					 harengus); packed with a suitable quantity and quality of mustard sauce in
					 hermetically sealed containers and so processed by heat as to prevent spoilage.
					 The mustard sauce ingredients shall conform to Federal Specifications of purity
					 and be free from adulteration. Immature herring means herring of which less
					 than fifty percent (50%) have well developed gonads and may or may not have
					 spawned.
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A. "Fancy Grade" is the quality of canned
				  Maine sardines in mustard sauce that possess an excellent appearance, are
				  practically free from defects, possess excellent color and texture of mustard
				  sauce and excellent taste, odor and texture of sardines and score not less than
				  89 points when scored in accordance with the scoring system outlined
				  hereinafter. (89-100)
B. "Extra
				  Standard Grade" is the quality of canned Maine sardines in mustard sauce that
				  possess good appearance, are reasonably free from defects, possess good color
				  and texture of mustard sauce and good taste, odor and texture of the sardines
				  and score not less than 79 points when scored in accordance with the scoring
				  system outlined hereinafter. (79 - 88)
C. "Standard Grade" is the quality of canned
				  Maine sardines in mustard sauce that-possess a fair appearance, are fairly free
				  from defects, possess fair color and texture of mustard sauce and fair taste,
				  odor and texture of the sardines and score not less than 70 points when scored
				  in accordance with the scoring system outlined hereinafter. (70 - 78)
Lots not in compliance with above average scores shall be
					 graded under Part II (Detailed Grading).
Note 1
: The requirements for these standards
					 shall not excuse failure to comply with the provisions of existing applicable
					 State laws and regulations, including State Laws and Regulations Relating to
					 Packing of Sardines Providing for License and Standards.
Note 2
: The requirements of these standards
					 shall not excuse failure to comply with the provisions of the Federal Food,
					 Drug and Cosmetic Act.
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A.
				  Overfilled cans that are "flippers" or "swells" at room temperature, i.e.,
				  68EF. cannot be graded above "Standard" regardless of the total score. A
				  "flipper" is a can having a convex or bulging cover which may be pressed
				  concave or normal again with finger pressure but will spring out again (convex)
				  after the pressure is released. A "swell" is a can with the cover permanently
				  convex or distended.
B. Underfilled
				  cans cannot be graded above "Standard" regardless of the total score when they
				  fail to comply with the minimum drained weight of fish and the minimum weight
				  of mustard sauce listed in Table No. 1. Any lot containing a can in which the
				  mustard sauce is entirely lacking or is present in such a small amount as to be
				  difficult to detect, shall be graded under Part II (Detailed Grading).
Table No. 1
Drained Weight Requirements for 15 Oz. Oval
					 Cans
Mustard Sauce to be
Added Per Can
Maximum Drained Weight of Fish
Suggested for
								Concave Ends
56.7 gms. or 2 oz.
368.5 gms. or 13
								oz.
Minimum Drained Weight
of Fish to
								Comply
Minimum Weight of Free
Sauce Canned
297.7 gms. or 10.5 oz.
40.8 gms. or 1.44
								oz.
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The opened can is first graded for color and texture of the
					 mustard sauce for floating defects in the sauce and for General Appearance. The
					 mustard sauce is then carefully removed by placing the opened can under a tap
					 of running water (using a standard faucet with 3/4" to 1/2" orifice and water
					 adjusted to a stream of 3/8" diameter 3" below the faucet orifice). The can
					 contents, with the sauce removed, are graded for defects, then the can is
					 inverted onto a tared standard grading screen (8" in diameter, 2 meshes per
					 inch, with 0.446 + 3% square openings). The sardines are separated on the
					 draining screen, sprayed gently with water while the sardines are turned over
					 to remove the mustard sauce, when drained 5 minutes on the draining screen. The
					 residue remaining on the screen is the drained weight of the fish. The free
					 sauce is determined by subtracting the weight of the drained fish from the net
					 weight of contents - the difference being the weight of free sauce in the
					 can.
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 338 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN MUSTARD SAUCE PACKED IN 15 OZ. OVAL CANS › Part I - CONDENSED GRADING › Section 001-338-I-5 - Ascertaining the Grade

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The grade of canned Maine sardines in mustard sauce is
					 ascertained by considering in conjunction with the requirements of the
					 respective grade, the respective ratings for the factors of Absence of Defects,
					 Color and Texture of the Mustard Sauce, Odor, Taste and Texture of the fish.
					 The maximum number of points that may be given each factor is:
Factors Points
1. Mustard Sauce Color- - - - - - - - -
				  15
2. Mustard Sauce Texture- - - -
				  - - - - 15
3. Absence of Defects- -
				  - - - - - - - 30
4. Taste and Odor
				  of Drained Fish - - - 30
5. Texture
				  of Drained Fish - - - - - - 10
Maximum number of points - - - - - 100
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A. The essential variations within each
				  factor are expressed numerically. The numerical range within each factor is
				  inclusive (for example, 27 to 30 points means 27, 28, 29 or 30 points). For the
				  factor Absence of Defects, the score is determined by deducting the number of
				  points indicated for each defect from the maximum number of points assigned to
				  the factor (30).
1.
Color of Mustard
				  Sauce
a. Canned Maine sardines in
				  mustard sauce with sauce showing an excellent "mustard" yellow color may be
				  given a score of 13-15 points.
b.
				  Canned Maine sardines in mustard sauce with sauce slightly lacking in normal
				  "mustard" yellow color may be given a score of 9 - 12 points.
c. Canned Maine sardines in mustard sauce
				  with sauce with a slight darkening or brown tinge may be given a score of 5 - 8
				  points.
d. Lots not in compliance
				  with the above shall be graded under Part II (Detailed Grading).
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Any lot containing a can with more than 50 1/16 inch
					 squares shall be graded under Part II (Detailed Grading).
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A. An official sample drawn at random, from
				  each embossed code lot, regardless of the lot size, shall be submitted to the
				  laboratory for grading.
1. The number of cans
				  submitted for this initial grading shall be 15 except that the size of such
				  samples will be changed to 10 cans whenever the following conditions are met:
a. The 15 can samples for each of eight
				  consecutive lots or eight of ten consecutive lots each has an average score
				  greater than sixty-five plus the average range (R) of subgroups of five within
				  said fifteen can sample and
b. None
				  of such 15 can samples shows a quality level such as to make necessary the
				  grading of additional cans to determine the final grade.
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A. The grade of
				  any lot will be determined on the basis of a 15 can sample (or 10 can sample as
				  described above).
B. Any lot
				  containing a Sub Standard can or with an average lot score below 70.0 of the
				  first 15 cans (or 10) shall require grading under Part II (Detailed
				  Grading).
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A. When samples have been officially drawn
				  and which represent a specific lot of canned Maine sardines, the grade for such
				  lot will be determined by averaging the scores of the containers comprising the
				  sample if, with respect to those factors which are scored:
1. Not more than one-fifth of the containers
				  fail to meet the grade indicated by the average of such total scores.
2. None of the containers falls more than one
				  grade below the grade indicated by the average of such total scores.
On those lots affected by paragraphs No. 1 and 2 above, the
					 lot grade assigned shall be the highest grade that will permit compliance with
					 such restriction.
3. All
				  containers comprising the sample meet all the applicable standards of quality
				  in effect at the time, whether State or Federal Laws.
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Samples for salt analysis shall be a composite sample
					 representing all cans in the lot. The sardines shall be drained as hereinbefore
					 described under "Fill of Container (15 oz. oval can)".
The official method of analysis shall be that described in
					 the "Official Methods of Analysis of the Association of Official Agricultural
					 Chemists", thirteenth edition, 1980, Chapter 32, Para. 33.025, Page 540.
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Lots not in compliance with requirements of Part
					 1,(Condensed Grading) shall be graded in detail under the following
					 provisions.
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A. An official 45
				  can sample drawn at random from each embossed code lot regardless of lot size
				  shall be submitted to the grading laboratory for grading. The grade will be
				  determined on the basis of the 45 can sample provided it does not contain more
				  than 2 Sub Standard cans.
B. Lots
				  not meeting requirements of A, above shall require an additional 45 cans to be
				  drawn for grading and the lot grade determination shall be based on a total of
				  a 90 can sample, (45 + 45 = 90), excepting under circumstances when the
				  Commissioner requires additional samples as proof of validity.
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A.
				  Overfilled cans that are "flippers" or "swells" at room temperature, i.e., 68EF
				  cannot be graded above "Standard" regardless of the total score. This is a
				  limiting rule.
(1) A "flipper" is a can
				  having a convex or bulging cover which may be pressed concave or normal again
				  with finger pressure but will spring out again (convex) after the pressure is
				  released. A "swell" is a can with the cover permanently convex or
				  distended.
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 338 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN MUSTARD SAUCE PACKED IN 15 OZ. OVAL CANS › Part II - DETAILED GRADING › Section 001-338-II-15 - Drained Weight Procedure

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The opened can is first graded for color and texture of the
					 mustard sauce for floating defects in the sauce and for General Appearance. The
					 mustard sauce is then carefully removed by placing the opened can under a tap
					 of running water (using a standard faucet with 3/4" to 1/2" orifice and water
					 adjusted to a stream of 3/8" diameter 3" below the faucet orifice). The can
					 contents, with the sauce removed, are graded for defects, then the can is
					 inverted onto a tared standard grading screen (8" in diameter, 2 meshes per
					 inch, with 0.446 + 3% square openings). The sardines are separated on the
					 draining screen, sprayed gently with water while the sardines are turned over
					 to remove the mustard sauce, then drained 5 minutes on the draining screen. The
					 residue remaining on the screen is the drained weight of the fish. The free
					 sauce is determined by subtracting the weight of the drained fish from the net
					 weight of contents - the difference being the weight of free sauce in the
					 can.
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 338 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN MUSTARD SAUCE PACKED IN 15 OZ. OVAL CANS › Part II - DETAILED GRADING › Section 001-338-II-16 - Ascertaining the Grade

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The grade of canned Maine sardines in mustard sauce is
					 ascertained by considering in conjunction with the requirements of the
					 respective grade, the respective ratings for the factors of Absence of Defects,
					 Color and Texture of the Mustard Sauce, Odor, Taste and Texture of the fish.
					 The maximum number of points that may be given each factor is:
Factors
Points
1. Mustard Sauce Color- - - - - - - - -
				  15
2. Mustard Sauce Texture- - - -
				  - - - - 15
3. Absence of Defects- -
				  - - - - - - - 30
4. Taste and Odor
				  of Drained Fish - - - 30
5. Texture
				  of Drained Fish - - - - - - 10
Maximum number of points - - - - - 100
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A. "Fancy Grade" is the quality of canned
				  Maine sardines in mustard sauce that possess an excellent appearance, are
				  practically free from defects, possess excellent color and texture of mustard
				  sauce and excellent taste, odor and texture of sardines and score not less than
				  89 points when scored in accordance with the scoring system outlined
				  hereinafter. (89 - 100)
B. "Extra
				  Standard Grade" is the quality of canned Maine sardines in mustard sauce that
				  possess good appearance, are reasonably free from defects, possess good color
				  and texture of mustard sauce and good taste, odor, and texture of the sardines
				  and score not less-than 79 points when scored in accordance with the scoring
				  system outlined hereinafter. (79 - 88)
C. "Standard Grade" is the quality of canned
				  Maine sardines in mustard sauce that possess a fair appearance, are fairly free
				  from defects, possess fair color and texture of mustard sauce and fair taste,
				  odor and texture of the sardines and score not less than 60 points when scored
				  in accordance with the scoring system outlined hereinafter. (60 - 78)
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A. The essential variations within each
				  factor are expressed numerically. The numerical range within each factor is
				  inclusive (for example, 27 to 30 points means 27, 28, 29, or 30 points). For
				  the factor Absence of Defects, the score is determined by deducting the number
				  of points indicated for each defect from the maximum number of points assigned
				  to the factor (30).
1.
Color of Mustard
				  Sauce
a. Canned Maine sardines in
				  mustard sauce with sauce showing an excellent "mustard" yellow color may be
				  given a score of 13-15 points.
b.
				  Canned Maine sardines in mustard sauce with sauce slightly lacking in normal
				  "mustard" yellow color may be given a score of 9 - 12 points.
c. Canned Maine sardines in mustard sauce
				  with sauce with a slight darkening or brown tinge may be given a score of 5 - 8
				  points. Mustard sardines that fall into the 5 - 8 point classification cannot
				  be graded above Standard regardless of the total point score of the container.
				  This is a limiting rule.
d. Canned
				  Maine sardines in mustard sauce with a sauce showing an objectionable dark
				  brown and/or green tinge may be given a score of 0 - 4 points. If the can
				  contains no mustard sauce or if the sauce is present in such small amount as to
				  be difficult to detect, it will be given a score of 0. Mustard sardines that
				  fall into the 0 - 4 point classification cannot be graded above "Sub Standard"
				  regardless of the total point score of the container. This is a limiting
				  rule.
Code of Maine Rules › 01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY › 001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL › Chapter 338 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN MUSTARD SAUCE PACKED IN 15 OZ. OVAL CANS › Part II - DETAILED GRADING › Section 001-338-II-19 - Ventral Breaks

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A ventral break is an unsightly rupture in the ventral
					 area. Estimate the size of the break in terms of sixteenth inch squares. Deduct
					 1 point for each six 1/16 inch squares from the total score derived as
					 described under Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 above. Record the remainder as the
					 final score of the can involved.
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A. The grade will be determined on the basis
				  of a 45 can sample provided such 45 can samples contains no more than 2 Sub
				  Standard cans.
B. An additional 45
				  can sample will be required if more than 2 cans are substandard. If no more
				  than 5 cans are substandard in the first 90 cans a grade of "Standard" will be
				  given to the lot regardless of the grade of the other cans.
C. If no more than 7 cans are substandard in
				  the first 90 cans another 90 cans may be required for additional grading under
				  circumstances when the Commissioner requires additional samples as proof of
				  validity.
D. A grade will be
				  determined on the 180 can sample. if no more than 11 cans are substandard a
				  grade of "Standard" will be given to the lot regardless of the grade of the
				  other cans. If there are 12 cans to 44 cans substandard a grade of
				  "Substandard" will be given to the lot. A 180 can sample with 45 or more cans
				  substandard will be given a grade of "No Grade" to the lot.