Grades of Canned Squash (Summer Type)
- U.S. Grade A is the quality of canned squash that possesses similar varietal characteristics; that possesses a normal flavor; that possesses a good color; that is practically free from defects; that possesses a good character; and that for those factors which are rated in accordance with the scoring system outlined in this subpart the total score is not less than 85 points..
- U.S. Grade C is the quality of canned squash that possesses similar varietal characteristics; that possesses a normal flavor; that possesses a fairly good color; that is fairly free from defects; that possesses a fairly good character; and that for those factors which are rated in accordance with the scoring system outlined in this subpart the total score is not less than 70 points.
- Substandard is the quality of canned squash that fails to meet the requirements of U.S. Grade C or U.S. Standard.
Inspection Aid
- Headspace gauge
See How to Purchase Visual Aids for more details.
Detailed standards, Inspection Instructions & Other Resources:
- U.S. Grade Standards for Canned Squash (Summer Type) (pdf)
- Certification Manual
- Condition of Container Manual
- Foreign Material Manual
- General Procedures Manual
- Safety Manual
- Sampling Manual
- Sanitation Manual
- SC-364-133 Score Sheet for Canned Squash (Summer Type)
- Technical Procedures Manual
- U.S. Standards for Determination of Fill Weights
- U.S. Standards for Inspection by Variables