Intact (for whole kernels only); however, slight superficial damage is not considered as a defect
Sound; produce affected by rotting or deterioration such as to make it unfit for human consumption is excluded.
Clean; practically free of any visible foreign matter.
Whole kernels are sufficiently developed; no shrunken or shrivelled kernels which are extremely flat and wrinkled, or with dehydrated, dried out or tough portions affecting more than 25 per cent of the kernel (per kernel).
Free from blemishes, areas of discolouration or spread stains in pronounced contrast with the rest of the kernel/pieces. For whole kernels this should not affect in aggregate more than 25 per cent of the kernel (per kernel).
Well formed.
Free from living pests, whatever stage of development.
Free from damage caused by pests, including the presence of dead insects and/or mites, their debris or excreta.
Free from mould filaments visible to the naked eye.
Greater than 20 mm with minimum 95{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} wholes.
Style 1
16mm to 21mm with minimum 90{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} wholes
Style 1S
13mm to 17mm minimum 95{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} wholes
Style 2
Greater than 13mm with minimum 50{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} wholes
Style 3
Greater than 13mm with minimum 15{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} wholes
Style 4L
Greater than 13mm with minimum 80{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} halves
Style 4
Pieces and halves larger than 13 mm
Style 4S
9mm to 16mm with minimum 50{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} halves
Style 5
9mm to 13mm large chips
Style 6
5mm to 9mm chips and pieces
Style 7
Chips and pieces smaller than 5mm
Definition of wholes: Whole kernels are kernels which are not split or separated into halves, with not more than 25{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} of the kernel missing, provided that the kernel contour is not materially affected.
Packaging:
Primary packaging: Vacuum packed and Nitrogen flushed with residual Oxygen less than 2{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} in Laminated Foil Pouches (Metpet bags) with the following oxygen and water vapour transmission rates:
Oxygen: maximum 0.1cc/sqm/24 hours @ 25degC, 50{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} RH at 1 bar atmosphere pressure
Water vapour: maximum 0.1g/sqm/24 hours @ 25degC, 75{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} RH at 1 bar atmosphere pressure
Secondary Packaging: 15 mm triple walled carton box, 25lbs (11.34kg).
Physical Qualities
Colour:
Uniform natural cream color
Appearance:
Free from surface oil
Flavour and Odour:
No off flavours or odours
Reject Defects:
Max 1{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f}
Insect Infestation:
None
Foreign Material:
None
Loose Shell:
Max 2 pieces larger than 2 mm per 100 kg.
Impact Shell:
Max 1 piece larger than 2 mm per 100 kg.
Kernel Dust:
Max 0.2{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f}
Moisture:
Max 2{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f}
Not to exceed 7{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} (1{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} defects + 6 {7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} discoloured)
Chemical Residues: No residue exceeding EU MRL (Act 03.50.20 – Plant Health)
Additives: No additives allowed
Shelf life: 12 months if kept at <2{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} moisture in absence of oxygen and excessive heat
24 months if kept below 18 C at <2{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} moisture in absence of oxygen
Allergens
Macadamia nuts will cause all symptoms associated with a nut allergy. They contain the potential allergens: glutamic acid, phenylalanine, and the sugars; glucose, sucrose and fructose. There are not traces of peanuts or peanut oil as the pack house packs macadamia nuts exclusively.
Lot/Batch Code Description
Each carton will accurately reflect the product particulars it contains.
The following fields are reflected for traceability purposes:
Class:
1
No further processing required
2
Further processing required
Style:
According to Style classification
Cultivar:
Distinguish Hybrid from Integrifolia cultivars (HYB/INT)
Batch Code:
First digit
Indicate Lot Number:
1
Hybrid Lot
2
Integ Lot
3
Premium grade roasted Lot
4
Commercial grade roasted Lot
5
Nut in shell Lot
Digits 2, 3 and 4
Batch number
Digits 5 and 6
Year of packaging
Digits 7 and 8
Month of packaging
Digits 9 and 10
Day of packaging (from which “best before” date can be derived)
Macadamia Nuts
Description
Sizing:
Definition of wholes: Whole kernels are kernels which are not split or separated into halves, with not more than 25{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} of the kernel missing, provided that the kernel contour is not materially affected.
Packaging:
Primary packaging: Vacuum packed and Nitrogen flushed with residual Oxygen less than 2{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} in Laminated Foil Pouches (Metpet bags) with the following oxygen and water vapour transmission rates:
Oxygen: maximum 0.1cc/sqm/24 hours @ 25degC, 50{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} RH at 1 bar atmosphere pressure
Water vapour: maximum 0.1g/sqm/24 hours @ 25degC, 75{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} RH at 1 bar atmosphere pressure
Secondary Packaging: 15 mm triple walled carton box, 25lbs (11.34kg).
Physical Qualities
Microbiological Qualities
Quality Tolerance
Heavy Metal Tolerances
Chemical Residues: No residue exceeding EU MRL (Act 03.50.20 – Plant Health)
Additives: No additives allowed
Shelf life: 12 months if kept at <2{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} moisture in absence of oxygen and excessive heat
24 months if kept below 18 C at <2{7bf662f1c374bc397e98683b4a18fc22b715e542aba55149deeb41ced0ef6e8f} moisture in absence of oxygen
Allergens
Macadamia nuts will cause all symptoms associated with a nut allergy. They contain the potential allergens: glutamic acid, phenylalanine, and the sugars; glucose, sucrose and fructose. There are not traces of peanuts or peanut oil as the pack house packs macadamia nuts exclusively.
Lot/Batch Code Description
Each carton will accurately reflect the product particulars it contains.
The following fields are reflected for traceability purposes:
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