QUALITY CONTROL Québec is the only jurisdiction anywhere that has its large containers of maple syrup independently assessed for commercial value. Each year, some 300,000 barrels of Québec maple syrup are tastetested, inspected, audited, and graded. This ensures that all bulk maple syrup sold here is foodsafe, wholesome, and authentic.
Purpose
Testing Organization
Establish the market value of our maple syrup in accordance with the criteria agreed upon in the Convention de mise en marché du sirop d’érable en vrac by authorized buyers and maple producers.
QMSP has mandated ACER Division Inspection inc. (ADI), a division of Centre ACER, to conduct the classification of our bulk maple syrup.
Funding – .75¢/lb/producer – .75¢/lb/buyer.
The Classification of Maple Syrup Maple syrup is classified into two grades or categories (Grade A and Processing Grade) and into four colour classifications. In addition to colour, maple syrup is tested for specific characteristics that determine the product’s qualities.
GOLDEN
AMBER
DELICATE TASTE
RICH TASTE
DARK ROBUST TASTE
VERY DARK STRONG TASTE
LIGHT TRANSMISSION 75% or greater
20
Guide for new maple producers
Less than 75% but greater than 50%
Less than 50% but greater than 25%
Less than 25%
