Code of Maine Rules
01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY
001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL
Chapter 333 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES PACKED IN LOUISIANA HOT SAUCE IN 1/14 SIZE CANS (128.5 ML. WATER CAPACITY). PART I (CONDENSED GRADING) - PART II (DETAILED GRADING)
Part I - CONDENSED GRADING
Section 001-333-I-5 - Ascertaining the Grade
Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024
The grade of canned Maine sardines in Louisiana Hot Sauce is ascertained by considering in conjunction with the requirements of the respective grade, the respective ratings for the factors of sauce color of the Louisiana Hot Sauce, Absence of Defects, Odor - Taste and Texture of the fish. The maximum number of points that may be given each factor is:
Factors Points
1. Louisiana Hot Sauce Color............................................................................ 15
2. Absence of Defects...................................................................................... 45
3. Taste and Odor of Drained Fish..................................................................... 30
4. Texture of Drained Fish................................................................................ 10
Maximum Number of Points........................................................................ 100
