TABLE J 1/ 2/ 3/ Destructive Open Package Inspection
CATEGORY
DEFECT
MAJOR A MAJOR B MINOR
403
Evidence of rodent damage/insect infestation in
product.
404
Product off conditions as evidenced by abnormal
and/or spoilage for no apparent reason (e.g., package
failure not evident).
405
Foreign material present, effecting wholesomeness
(e.g., glass, metal, wire).
508
Moderate to extreme texture, odor, color or flavor
change in a primary component not effecting
wholesomeness (product unlikely to be consumed
under conditions of intended use).
509
Mechanical damage to primary component
significantly effecting serviceability.
510
Primary component fails to rehydrate (moderate to
extreme) or dissolve (extreme).
611
Slight texture, odor, color or flavor change in a
primary component not effecting wholesomeness.
612
Primary component fails to rehydrate (slight) or
dissolve (slight to moderate).
613
Moderate to extreme texture, odor, color or flavor
change in a secondary or ancillary component not
effecting wholesomeness.
614
Secondary or ancillary component component fails to
rehydrate or dissolve (moderate to extreme).
615
Evidence of mechanical damage to secondary or
ancillary component significantly effecting
serviceability (e.g., crushed gum).
1/
For use with Table H and Table I (Tables 3-8 and 3-9).
2/
Requires immediate corrective action IAW local Pest Management Programs.
3/
Specify defect(s) observed. Enter all specific defect codes that apply and a
narrative description when appropriate.
Table 3-10. Destructive open package inspection.
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