01-001-336 Me. Code R. § II-16

Current through 2024-51, December 18, 2024

Section 001-336-II-16 - Ascertaining the Grade

The grade of canned Maine sardines in tomato 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 Tomato Sauce, Odor, Taste and Texture of the fish. The maximum number of points that may be given each factor is:

Factors Points

1. Tomato Sauce Color - - - - - - - - - 15

2. Tomato 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

01-001 C.M.R. ch. 336, § II-16