Canned Tomato Puree Grades and Standards

Grades of Canned Tomato Puree (Tomato Pulp)

  1. U.S. Grade A is the quality of tomato puree that:
    1. has a good flavor and odor,
    2. has a good color,
    3. is practically free from defects, and
    4. scores not less than 90 points when scored in accordance with the scoring system outlined in this subpart. 
  2. U.S. Grade C is the quality of tomato puree that:
    1. has at least a fairly good flavor and odor,
    2. has at least a fairly good color,
    3. is at least fairly free from defects, and
    4. scores not less than 80 points when scores in accordance with the scoring system outlined in this subpart.
  3. Substandard is the grade of tomato puree that fails to meet the requirements of U. S. Grade C.

Color Standards

Color Standards for Tomato Products.
 
Instructions for Use and Care of the Visual Color Standards for Tomato Products, including additional technical guidance is found in the Fresh and Processed Equipment Catalog (pdf).  Look in the Processed Fruits, Vegetables, and Specialty Products section on Care and Use Guides. 

Inspection Aid

Detailed standards, Inspection Instructions & Other Resources: