Current through August 31, 2024
Section 51.2543 - U.S. Non-Split"U.S. Non-Split" consists of non-split pistachio nuts in the shell which meet the following requirements:
(a) Basic requirements: (1) Free from: (iv) Particles and dust; and,(b) Shells: (1) Free from damage by: (i) Adhering hull material; and,(c) Kernels: (1) Well dried, or very well dried when specified in connection with the grade.(2) Free from damage by: (ii) Kernel spotting; and,(iii) Other internal (kernel) defects.(3) Free from serious damage by:(i) Minor insect or vertebrate injury;(vi) Other Internal (kernel) defects.(d) The nuts are of a size not less than 30/64 inch in diameter as measured by a round hole screen.(e) For Tolerances, see § 51.2544 .68 FR 50683, Aug. 22, 2003