§ 51.1433 U.S. Standard.
“U.S. Standard” consists of pecan kernels which meet the following requirements:
(a) For quality:
(1) Well dried;
(2) Moisture content shall not be more than 4.5 percent, unless otherwise specified;
(3) No requirement for fullness of kernel;
(4) No requirement for uniformity of color;
(5) May contain kernels “dark amber” or darker, unless specified to a lighter color classification;
(6) Free from damage by any cause; and
(7) Comply with tolerances for defects (see § 51.1437).
(b) For size:
(1) No uniformity in size; and
(2) Conform to size classification or count specified.