United States Standards For Grades Of Frozen Onions

·       Grades Of Frozen Onions

U.S. Grade A Is The Quality Of Frozen Onions That Meet The Following Requirements:

·       Similar Varietal Characteristics Except Color, When Designated As Specialty Or Mixed Pack;

·       Has A Normal Flavor And Odor;

·       Has Good Color;

·       Has A Good Appearance;

·       Has No Grit Or Dirt Present That Affects The Appearance Or Edibility Of The Product; And

·       Is Within The Limits For Defects As Specified In Of This Subpart As Applicable For The Styles In §52.4078.

U.S. Grade B Is The Quality Of Frozen Onions That Meet The Following Requirements:

·       Similar Varietal Characteristics Except Color, When Designated As Specialty Or Mixed Pack;

·       Has A Normal Flavor And Odor;

·       Has A Reasonably Good Color;

·       Has A Reasonably Good Appearance;

·       Has No Grit Or Dirt Present That Affects The Appearance Or Edibility Of The Product; And

·       Is Within The Limits For Defects As Specified In Of This Subpart As Applicable For The Styles In §52.4078.

·       Substandard Is The Quality Of Frozen Onions That Fail To Meet The Requirements Of U.S. Grade B.