7 CFR § 51.2283 - Off color.

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# 51.2283 Off color.

The term “off color” is not a color classification, but shall be applied to any lot which fails to meet the requirements of the “amber” classification when applying the color classifications in the USDA Walnut Color Chart. Off color shall not be used for “red” color.

[82 FR 39657, Aug. 22, 2017]