Maple Products Regulations

5 (1) Maple syrup may be graded only if

• (a) it is produced exclusively by the concentration of maple sap or by the dilution or solution of a maple product, other than maple sap, in potable water;

• (b) it is clean, wholesome and fit for human consumption;

• (c) [Repealed, SOR/2014-297, s. 3]

• (d) [Revoked, SOR/89-267, s. 2]

• (e) it has a minimum soluble solids content of 66 per cent and has a maximum soluble solids content of 68.9 per cent as determined by a refractometer or hydrometer at 20°C; and

• (f) in the case of maple syrup that is graded as “Canada Grade A”, its colour class has been determined in accordance with Schedule III.

(2) Maple syrup shall be graded in

• (a) a registered establishment; or

• (b) any place, where it is graded by or on behalf of the operator of a registered maple syrup shipper establishment.