01-001-337 Me. Code R. § I-5

Current through 2024-51, December 18, 2024

Section 001-337-I-5 - Ascertaining the Grade

The grade of canned sardines is ascertained by considering in conjunction with the requirements of the respective grade, the respective ratings for the factors of Top Appearance, Odor, Taste, and Texture. The relative importance of each factor scored is expressed numerically on the scale of 100. The maximum number of points that may be given each factor is:

Factors Points

1. Top Appearance - - - - - - - - - - - 45

2. Odor - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15

3. Taste- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 30

4. Texture - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10

Maximum number of points - - 100

01-001 C.M.R. ch. 337, § I-5