Canned Squash (Summer Type) Grades and Standards

Grades of Canned Squash (Summer Type)

1. U.S. Grade A is the quality of canned squash that possesses similar varietal characteristics; that possesses a normal flavor; that possesses a good color; that is practically free from defects; that possesses a good character; and that for those factors which are rated in accordance with the scoring system outlined in this subpart the total score is not less than 85 points..
2. U.S. Grade C is the quality of canned squash that possesses similar varietal characteristics; that possesses a normal flavor; that possesses a fairly good color; that is fairly free from defects; that possesses a fairly good character; and that for those factors which are rated in accordance with the scoring system outlined in this subpart the total score is not less than 70 points.
3. Substandard is the quality of canned squash that fails to meet the requirements of U.S. Grade C or U.S. Standard.

Inspection Aid

• Headspace gauge

See How to Purchase Visual Aids for more details.

Detailed standards, Inspection Instructions & Other Resources:

• U.S. Grade Standards for Canned Squash (Summer Type) (pdf)
• Certification Manual
• Condition of Container Manual
• Foreign Material Manual
• General Procedures Manual 
• Safety Manual
• Sampling Manual
• Sanitation Manual
• SC-364-133 Score Sheet for Canned Squash (Summer Type)
• Technical Procedures Manual