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The natural cheese used in the production of the process cheese shall be free of all non-edible portions~ Packaging material, surface defects, unclean areas and mild shall be removed prior to further processing.
The pasteurized process American cheese shall possess a pleasing and desirable mild to medium cheese flavor which is characteristic of the variety or varieties of cheese ingredients used. If additional optional ingredients are used, they shall be incorporated with good commercial practices, and the flavor imparted shall be pleasing and desirable- The product may have a slight cooked or acid or very slight emulsifier flavor and be free from any undesirable tastes and odors.
The pasteurized process American cheese shall have a medium firm, smooth, and velvety body free from uncooked cheese particles. It shall be resilient and not tough, brittle, short, weak, or sticky. The product shall be free from pinholes or openings except those caused by trapped steam. The cheese shall slice freely, and shall not stick to the knife or break when cut into approximately 1/8 inch slice.
When manufactured in sliced form, the slices shall separate readily and be of a reasonably uniform dimension and thickness throughout. Unless otherwise requested by the purchaser, the slices shall not be individually wrapped.
To achieve pasteurization, a temperature of 150OF is required for 30 seconds. When requested by the purchaser, the product may be pasteurized at 165OF for 30 seconds.
The pasteurized process American cheese may be colored or uncolored but shall be uniform throughout. If colored, the product shall possess a medium yellow-orange color and be bright and not dull or faded. The wrapper may be slightly wrinkled but shall envelop the cheeses adhere closely to the surface, and be completely sealed and not broken or soiled.
Pasteurized process pimento cheese shall meet all of the requirements listed for pasteurized process American cheese. In addition, the pasteurized process pimento cheese shall contain pimentos that have been chopped or diced into small particles that are uniformly distributed throughout the product. There shall be a sufficient amount of pimentos to impart a desirable characteristic flavor and comply with the applicable Standard of Identity.
Contractor’s Certification.
By submitting an offer, the contractor certifies that the product offered meets the specific salient characteristics of this CID; conforms to the producer’s own specifications and standards, including product characteristics, manufacturing procedures, quality control procedures, and storage and handling practices; has a national or regional distribution from storage facilities located within the United States, its territories, or possessions; and is sold on the commercial market. The Government reserves the right to determine proof of such conformance prior to first delivery from point of origin and any time thereafter, up to an including delivery at final destination, as may be necessary to determine conformance with the provisions of the contract.
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