Grades of Canned Okra
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U.S. Grade A is the quality of canned okra that possesses similar varietal characteristics; that possesses a normal flavor; that possesses a good color; that is practically uniform in size; 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.
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U.S. Grade C is the quality of canned okra that possesses similar varietal characteristics; that possesses a normal flavor; that possesses a fairly good color; that is fairly uniform in size; 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: Provided, that the canned okra may be variable in size if the total score is not less than 70 points..
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Substandard is the quality of canned okra that fails to meet the requirements of U.S. Grade C or U.S. Standard.
Inspection Aid
Headspace Gauge
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Detailed standards, Inspection Instructions & Other Resources:
- U.S. Grade Standards for Canned Okra (pdf)
- 21 CFR § 155.200 - Certain other Canned Vegetables (pdf)
- Certification Manual
- Condition of Container Manual
- Foreign Material Manual
- General Procedures Manual
- Safety Manual
- Sampling Manual
- Sanitation Manual
- SC 364-38 Score Sheet for Canned Okra
- Technical Procedures Manual
- U.S. Standards for Determination of Fill Weights
- U.S. Standards for Inspection by Variables