Fresh Tomatoes

T H E M O R N I N G S T A R P A C K I N G C O M P A N Y
Los Banos
13448 Volta Road
Los Banos, Ca 93635
209 826-8000 209 826-8266
Williams
2211 Old Highway 99
Williams, CA 95987
530 473-3600 Fax 530 473-3601
Santa Nella
12045 S. Ingomar Grade Road
Los Banos, Ca 93635
209 826-7100 Fax 209 826-0100
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
3/4" Diced Tomatoes in Juice
CONTAINERS:
55-gallon aseptic bag in fiber or metal drum
300-gallon aseptic bag in box
I. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Red, ripe tomatoes are washed, sorted, peeled, diced, and then sorted again. After the final sort, the
tomatoes are immersed in calcium chloride and then aseptically processed. The processed tomatoes in
juice are filled into an aseptic bag. Citric acid is added to control acidity. The diced tomatoes in juice shall
be processed in accordance with good manufacturing practices. The product shall conform in every respect
to the provisions set forth under the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, and shall meet the standards
established by the USDA and the California Department of Food and Agriculture.
II. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
A. CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL
Flavor & Odor: Typical tomato flavor and aroma. No off flavors.
Color: Typical red for canned tomatoes. No vivid green.
Size: 3/4" x 3/4" x 3/4"
Character: Firm, good definition
Defects: To conform to customers specifications
pH: 3.7 to 4.1
Drained Weight: To conform to customers standards (62-70%)
Calcium Chloride: ! 800 ppm (lot average)
B. MICROBIOLOGICAL
The contents of the container shall receive a thermal process proven adequate to rid the product of
microorganisms of public health and spoilage significance. Containers of product after incubation for 30
days shall show no signs of product spoilage (i.e. microbial growth which is visible upon opening,
pressure development within the bag, atypical changes in product color, aroma, texture, character or
appearance).
C. MICROANALYTICAL
Howard Mold Count: 12% maximum positive fields
Fly eggs, maggots, worms and insects Not to exceed USDA/FDA standards
D. NET WEIGHT
55-gallon aseptic bag in fiber drum 455 lbs

Fresh Tomatoes