Tomato paste produced at The Morning Star Packing Company shall be processed in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices. The raw material shall conform in every respect to the provisions set forth under the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, and meet the standards established by the California Department of Food and Agriculture.
| Measure | Specifications | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Tomato Soluble Solids | 29.0 ± 1.0%NTSS 31.0 ± 1.0%NTSS 36.0 ± 1.0%NTSS 37.0 ± 1.0%NTSS | Per customer requirements. |
| Consistency (Bostwick) | 4.0 – 12.0 cm | Measured at 12.0°Brix for 30 seconds at 20.0°C. |
| pH | 4.30 ± 0.30 | |
| Color (a/b Ratio, BCR Tile) | Minimum 48.00 | Measured at 8.5°Brix using C2 Illuminant. |
Typically .020–.033
Smoothest texture, no seeds, almost no pulp.
Typically .033–.045
Some flecks of peel and no seeds.
Typically .045–.060
Fair amount of peel and some seed pieces.
Meets CFR Title 21 requirements for commercial sterility.
Howard Mold Count ≤ 40 % | Measured at 8.5°Brix.
The product is to be kept from freezing and not stored at temperatures above 110 F.
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