CODEX STAN 112-1981 Standard for Quick Frozen Brussels Sprouts
1. SCOPE
This standard shall apply to quick frozen Brussels sprouts of the species Brassica oleracea L. var. gemmifera (DC) Schulz, as defined below and offered for direct consumption, without further processing except for size grading or 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 Brussels sprouts are the product prepared from fresh, clean, sound, whole axillary buds of the plant conforming to the characteristics of Brassica oleracea L. var. gemmifera (DC) Schulz - which buds are trimmed, sorted, washed and sufficiently blanched to ensure adequate stability of colour and flavour during normal marketing cycles.
2.2 Process Definition
2.2.1 Quick frozen Brussels sprouts are 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 -18°C (0°F) at the thermal centre after thermal stabilization.
2.2.2 The recognized practice of repacking quick frozen products under controlled conditions is permitted.
