| ≥1 piece |
Specification for diced IQF onion
PHYSICAL QUALITY AFTER PROCESSING: include cut size and direction, blemishes, clumps, fragments, drain weights etc.
Frequency of checks:
Sample quantity: 1000gm
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Specification Parameter |
Target |
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Size 10x10mm dice |
90% |
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Good white color |
96% up |
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Discoloured |
Max 1% |
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Major defects |
Max 1% |
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Parts with roots |
Nil |
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Flavour and odour |
Typical of fresh onion |
ORGANOLEPTIC QUALITY
Product is to be assessed FROZEN
Appearance: individually not block found
Size:10x10mm
Texture: good
Flavour: typical of the goods
Colour: typical of the goods
MICROBIOLOGICAL STANDARDS:
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PARAMETER |
TARGET |
RESULT |
REJECT |
METHOD |
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T.V.C. |
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8000/gm |
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Coliforms |
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<3/gm |
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E.coli |
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negative |
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S.aureus |
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<50/gm |
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Salmonella |
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Listeria monocytogenes |
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Yeasts and Moulds |
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<30/gm |
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