CODEX STAN 132-1981 Standard for Quick Frozen Whole Kernel Corn
1. SCOPE
This standard shall apply to quick frozen whole kernel sweet corn of the species Zea mays L. convar. saccharata Koern as defined below and offered for direct consumption without further processing, except repacking, if required. It does not apply to the product when indicated as intended for further processing or for other industrial purposes.
2. DESCRIPTION
2.1 Product Definition
Quick frozen whole kernel corn is the product prepared from fresh, clean whole sound, succulent kernels of sweet corn species Zea mays L. convar. saccharata Koern of either the white or yellow varieties by removing husk and silk; by sorting, trimming and washing; and by sufficiently blanching before or after removal from the cob to ensure adequate stability of colour and flavour during normal marketing cycles.
2.2 Process Definition
2.2.1 Quick frozen whole kernel corn is the product subjected to a freezing process in appropriate equipment and complying with the conditions laid down hereafter. This freezing operation shall be carried out in such a way that the range of temperature of maximum crystallization is passed quickly. The quick freezing process shall not be regarded as complete unless and until the product temperature has reached -18oC (0oF) at the thermal centre after thermal stabilization.
2.2.2 The recognized practice of repacking quick frozen products under controlled conditions is permitted.
