T/QSJX 005-2022 Duzhe water calabash

Scope

Scope: This document specifies the terms and definitions, requirements, test methods, inspection rules, marking, packaging, transportation, and storage for Duze lotus root in China. This document is applicable to Duze lotus root produced within the administrative area of Qujiang District, Quzhou City, Zhejiang Province. Main technical contents: 4.1 Basic requirements: The lotus root shall have the characteristics of the same variety, be fully expanded, meet the requirements for fresh consumption, and not be aged; have a fresh appearance, glossy skin, no deformities, intact lotus root shape, and no cracks or breaks; firm and non-wilted flesh without a bran core; and be clean, free from impurities, and pest-free. 4.2 Sensory requirements: The sensory requirements shall comply with Table 1. Table 1: Sensory Requirements Level I Level II Level III Color Pure lotus root skin White and fresh without yellowing or greening White and fresh lotus root skin with yellow-white or light green exposed parts White and relatively fresh lotus root skin with white and slightly green upper part of the lotus root shell Shape Full lotus root shape with symmetrical central expansion Full lotus root shape with relatively symmetrical central expansion, allowing minor damage Full lotus root shape with minor damage and rust stains Cutting section of lotus root flesh White, non-dehydrated, glossy, and without color difference White, non-dehydrated, glossy, and without color difference White with color difference and a few faint grayish-white spots on the cutting section Lotus root shell Tightly wrapped shell without damage Tightly wrapped shell allowing minor damage Minor damage allowed 4.3 Physicochemical indicators The physicochemical indicators shall comply with Table 2. Table 2: Physicochemical Indicators Item Indicator Crude fiber, g/100g ≤ 1.5 Sucrose (calculated as sucrose), g/100g ≥1.0 Total amino acids, g/100g ≥0.8 4.

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