A-A-20035 Hominy Grits, EnrichedThis CID covers enriched hominy grits, packed in commercially acceptable containers, suitable for use by Federal, State, local governments, and other interested parties; and as a component of operational rations.

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- Manufacturer's/distributor's product assurance (Sec. 7).

- Regulatory requirements (Sec. 8).

- Quality assurance provisions: as specified by the purchaser (Sec. 9).

- Packaging requirements other than commercial: as specified by the purchaser (Sec. 10).

5. SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS.

5.1 Processing. The enriched hominy grits shall be processed in accordance with good manufacturing practices (21 CFR Part 110).

5.1.1 Raw ingredients. The enriched hominy grits shall be prepared from clean, sound corn and free from evidence of rodent or insect infestation.

5.1.2 Instant hominy grits. The Style C, enriched instant hominy grits shall be derived from specially processed degerminated white corn grits. Optional food additives in accordance with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations are permitted.

5.2 Finished product. The Style A, enriched regular hominy grits, shall be prepared by cooking for 25 to 30 minutes. The Style B, enriched quick cooking hominy grits, shall be prepared by cooking over a low heat for no more than 5 minutes. The Style C, enriched instant hominy grits, shall be ready for table use by following the manufacturer's directions.

5.2.1 Appearance and color. The enriched hominy grits shall possess a characteristic appearance and color of the type, style and flavor specified.

5.2.2 Odor and flavor. When prepared as directed on the package, the unflavored enriched hominy grits shall possess a characteristic corn odor and flavor. The flavored enriched hominy grits shall possess a characteristic odor and flavor for the flavor specified. There shall be no foreign odors and flavors such as, but not limited to, rancid, bitter, raw, starchy, sour, or other undesirable odors and flavors.

5.2.3 Texture. When prepared as directed on the package, the enriched hominy grits shall possess a characteristic texture for the flavor specified.

5.2.4 Enrichment. The finished hominy grits shall be enriched to comply with U.S. Standards of Identity for Enriched Corn Meal, 21 CFR§137.260.

5.3 Foreign material. There shall be no foreign material such as, but not limited to, dirt, insect parts, hair, wood, glass, or metal.

5.4 Age requirement. Unless otherwise specified in the solicitation, contract, or purchase order, the enriched hominy grits shall be processed and packaged not more than 90 days prior to