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| Textured Soy Protein |
The textured soy protein shall conform in every respect to the provisions of the "Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic act," as amended, and the regulations promulgated there under, including any Defect Action Level guidelines by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) which may be applicable to textured soy protein.
The textured soy protein shall conform to the following specifications:
| Item | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Protein (Nx6.25), % As is | 50 | -- |
| Moisture, % | -- | 10.0 |
| Ash, % | -- | 6.5 |
| Fat, % | -- | 3.0 |
| Crude Fiber, % | -- | 4.0 |
| PDCAAS | 0.90 | -- |
| Carbohydrates | 20.0 | -- |
| Standard Plate Count | -- | 50,000/gm |
| Salmonella (class II) | Negative | -- |
| E. Coli | Negative | -- |
PACKAGING
The textured soy protein shall be packaged in twenty-five and fifty pound bags.
Source: USDA:FSA:PDD:EOB, March 2002 (Contact 202-690-3565)
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