§51.1433. U.S. Standard.

7 C.F.R. § 51.1433

“U.S. Standard” consists of pecan kernels which meet the following requirements:

(a)

For quality—

(1)

Well dried;

(2)

Moisture content shall not be more than 4.5 percent, unless otherwise specified;

(3)

No requirement for fullness of kernel;

(4)

No requirement for uniformity of color;

(5)

May contain kernels “dark amber” or darker, unless specified to a lighter color classification;

(6)

Free from damage by any cause; and

(7)

Comply with tolerances for defects (see § 51.1437).

(b)

For size—

(1)

No uniformity in size; and

(2)

Conform to size classification or count specified.

Notes, amendments, and revision history

Source: 89 FR 53343, June 26, 2024, unless otherwise noted.

Authority: 7 U.S.C. 1621-1627.