The moisture content of dry maize corn should not exceed 14.0% m/m. This is important to prevent spoilage and mold growth.
Dry maize corn should be free from foreign matter, such as stones, dirt, and other debris. The maximum allowable amount of foreign matter is typically 1.0%.
Dry maize corn should have a minimum of 95.0% sound kernels. This means that no more than 5.0% of the kernels can be damaged, broken, or diseased.
Dry maize corn should be free from live insects. The maximum allowable number of dead insects is typically 50 per kilogram.
