[F1C. Classification U.K.
Citrus fruit are classified in three classes defined below:
(i) ‘Extra’ Class U.K.
Citrus fruit in this class must be of superior quality. In shape, external appearance, development and colouring they must be characteristic of the variety and/or commercial type.
They must be free from defects with the exception of very slight superficial defects, provided these do not affect the general appearance of the produce, the quality, the keeping quality and presentation in the package.
(ii) Class I U.K.
Citrus fruit in this class must be of good quality. They must be characteristic of the variety and/or commercial type.
The following slight defects, however, may be allowed provided these do not affect the general appearance of the produce, the quality, the keeping quality and presentation in the package:
slight defect in shape,
slight defect in colouring,
slight skin defects occurring during the formation of the fruit, such as silver scurfs, russets, etc.,
slight healed defects due to a mechanical cause such as hail damage, rubbing, damage from handling, etc.
(iii) Class II U.K.
This class includes citrus fruit which do not qualify for inclusion in the higher classes but satisfy the minimum requirements specified above.
The following defects may be allowed, provided the citrus fruit retain their essential characteristics as regards the quality, the keeping quality and presentation:
defect in shape,
defect in colouring,
rough skin,
skin defects occurring during the formation of the fruit, such as silver scurfs, russets, etc.,
healed defects due to a mechanical cause such as hail damage, rubbing, damage from handling, etc.,
superficial healed skin alterations,
slight and partial detachment of the pericarp for oranges (which is allowed for mandarins).]
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