Section 001-337-I-2 - Grades of Canned Maine Sardines in OilA. "Fancy Grade" is the quality of canned Maine sardines in oil that possess excellent appearance, are practically free from defects, possess excellent odor, taste and texture, and score not less than 89 points when scored in accordance with the scoring system outlined in this section (89 to 100).B. "Extra Standard Grade" is the quality of canned Maine sardines in oil that possess a good appearance, are reasonably free from defects, possess good odor, taste and texture, and score not less than 79 points when scored in accordance with the scoring system outlined in this section (79 to 88).C. "Standard Grade" is the quality of canned Maine sardines in oil that possess a fair appearance, are fairly free from defects, possess fair odor, taste and texture, and score not less than 70 points when scored in accordance with the scoring system outlined in this section (70 to 78). Lots not in compliance with above average scores shall be graded under Part II (Detailed Grading).
01-001 C.M.R. ch. 337, § I-2