Rule 40-7-7-.12. Georgia Standards for Grades of Pecans In the Shell

1. (1) Georgia No. 1 consists of pecans in the shell which meet the following requirements:

   1. (a) Free from loose extraneous or foreign material.
   2. (b) Shells are fairly uniform in color and free from damage by any cause.
   3. (c) Kernels are free from damage by any cause.
   4. (d) Comply with tolerances in Paragraph 40-7-7-.15(1).

2. (2) Georgia Commercial. The requirements for this grade are the same as for Georgia No. 1 except for:

   1. (a) No requirement for uniformity of color of shells.
   2. (b) Increased tolerances for defects. (See Paragraph 40-7-7-.16(2).
3. (3) Unclassified consists of pecans in the shell which have not been classified in accordance with either of the foregoing grades. The term "unclassified" is not a grade within the meaning of these standards but is provided as a designation to show that no grade has been applied to the lot.

Authority: Ga. L. 1956 as amended; O.C.G.A. Sec. 26-2-1et seq.

History. Original Rule entitled "Georgia Standards for Grades of Pecans In the Shell" adopted. F. Apr. 30, 1996; eff. May 20, 1996.