The Grading Green Coffee protocol is based on the SCA Green Arabica Coffee Classification System (GACCS) version Spring 2000 and the SCA Defect Handbook dated April 2, 2004. The Defect Handbook defines what are considered defects for the SCA GACCS. If the coffee imperfection is not found in the Defect Handbook, it is not considered a defect for purposes of Evaluation.