AACC International Approved Methods

Extraneous Matter

AACCI Method 28-30.02
Macroscopic Examination of Materials Hard to Hydrate

VIEW METHOD

Objective
To detect and estimate postprocessing surface or external contamination resulting from exposure to contamination from rodents, birds, insects, molds, and other sources of filth and decomposition. This method is applicable to baked goods, ready-to-eat cereals, and alimentary pastes. It is not designed to detect microscopic, internal filth; particulate filth; or decomposition contributed by unfit ingredients. For internal filth, use Method 28-32.02. See Note.