Grades of Canned Carrots
- U.S. Grade A is the quality of canned carrots that possess similar varietal characteristics; that possess a normal flavor and odor; that possess a good color; that are practically free from defects; that are tender; that are practically uniform in size and shape; and that score not less than 85 points when scored in accordance with the scoring system outlined in this subpart.
- U.S. Grade C is the quality of canned carrots that possess similar varietal characteristics; that possess normal flavor and odor; that possess a fairly good color; that are fairly free from defects; that are fairly tender; that are fairly uniform in size and shape; and that score not less than 70 points when scored in accordance with the scoring system outlined in this subpart.
- Substandard is the quality of canned carrots that fail to meet the requirements of U.S. Grade C or U.S. Standard.
Inspection Aids
- Area Measurement Guide, 8 x 10 in English Units IA#30A
- Area Measurement Guide, IA #30B
- Area Measurement Guide, IA #30C
- Headspace Gauge
- PG-3 Photo guide for Frozen Carrots and Canned Carrots (no longer available but still applicable)
See How to Purchase Inspection Aids for more details.
Detailed standards, Inspection Instructions & Other Resources:
- U.S. Grade Standards for Canned Carrots (pdf)
- 21 CFR § 155.200 - Certain other Canned Vegetables (pdf)
- Certification Manual
- Condition of Container Manual
- Domestic Origin Verification (DOV) Program Manual
- Foreign Material Manual
- General Procedures Manual
- Safety Manual
- Sampling Manual
- Sanitation Manual
- SC 364-13 Score Sheet for Canned Carrots
- Technical Procedures Manual
- USDA Purchases Manual