§ 51.2949 - U.S. No. 2.  


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  • § 51.2949 U.S. No. 2.

    “U.S. No. 2” consists of walnuts in shells which are dry, practically clean and free from splits, and free from damage caused by broken shells, perforated shells, adhering hulls, discoloration or other means. The kernels are well dried, free from decay, dark discoloration, rancidity, and free from damage caused by mold, shriveling, insects or other means. (See § 51.2954.)

    (a) At least 60 percent, by count, of the walnuts have kernels which are not darker than “light amber” (see color chart), and which are free from grade defects. Higher percentages of nuts with kernels not darker than “light amber” which are free from grade defects, and/or percentages with kernels not darker than “light” (see color chart) which are free from grade defects, may be specified in accordance with the facts. (See § 51.2954.)

    (b) Size shall be specified in connection with the grade. (See § 51.2952.)