It is important to record the results, to one decimal place, as well as all the details concerning
method, variety and stage of maturity and ripeness of the produce being tested.
If the result achieves the limit specified in the standard, the lot has reached the minimum maturity
level.
If the result is at least 10 per cent below/above the limit specified in the standard, a second
sample needs to be taken and analysed with other fruits of the reduced sample or from a new sample.
If the average of the two samples is below/above the limit specified in the standard, the lot fails the
minimum maturity level and needs to be rejected. No tolerance is applied.