Code of Maine Rules
01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY
001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL
Chapter 339 - OFFICIAL GRADES FOR SARDINES IN TOMATO SAUCE PACKED IN 15 OZ. OVAL CANS
Part II - DETAILED GRADING
Section 001-339-II-13 - Sampling Procedure

A. An official 45 can sample drawn at random from each embossed code lot regardless of lot size shall be submitted to the grading laboratory for grading. The grade will be determined on the basis of the 45 can sample provided it does not contain more than 2 Sub Standard cans.

B. Lots not meeting requirements of A, above shall require an additional 45 cans to be drawn for grading and the lot grade determination shall be based on a total of a 90 can sample, (45 + 45 = 90), excepting under circumstances when the Commissioner requires additional samples as proof as validity.