Pasta Products & Egg Noodles CRD

The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) within the Department of Agriculture has issued a Special Notice regarding revisions to the Commodity Requirements Document (CRD) for Pasta Products and Egg Noodles. This document establishes specifications for pasta products used in domestic food distribution programs, with the updated version effective June 2025. The revision clarifies whole grain requirements, updates embedded Commercial Item Descriptions, and establishes new packaging requirements specifically for products destined for schools and households. The notice was posted on June 12, 2025, with the same due date, indicating an immediate implementation timeline. This falls under the NAICS category for Dry Pasta, Dough, and Flour Mixes Manufacturing from Purchased Flour.

The primary purpose of this Special Notice is to communicate updated quality and packaging standards that contractors must follow when supplying pasta products to federal food distribution programs. Key requirements include using only semolina flour, maintaining U.S. No. 1 grade wheat quality standards, and conducting testing for Deoxynivalenol (vomitoxin). Products must have a one-year shelf life and be manufactured within 60 days of shipping to ensure freshness. Packaging specifications differ between school and household distribution channels, with household programs requiring cartons or boxes featuring at least two colors and either a graphic or clear viewing window. Contractors must maintain Certificates of Analysis for seven years and comply with comprehensive labeling guidelines. The document covers various pasta types including whole grain and enriched variations, with specific material codes detailing different pasta shapes and packaging configurations for optimal distribution efficiency.