Size classification.

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§ 51.1903 Size classification.

The following terms may be used for describing the size of the tomatoes in any lot:

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Small Medium
Under 3 oz 3 to 6 oz., inc.
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Large Very Large
Over 6 to 10 oz., inc Over 10 oz.

(a) The tomatoes may also be classed in terms of combinations of the above sizes, as “Small to Medium,” “Medium to Large,” “Small to Very Large,” etc., in accordance with the facts.

(b) Incident to proper sizing, not more than 10 percent, by count, of the tomatoes in any lot may vary from the size specified.


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