Follow the steps to successfully complete the USDA SC-356 form online.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and access it for editing.
2. Fill out your name and mailing address, ensuring to include your city, state, and ZIP code. This information pertains to the applicant making the request.
3. Next, enter the name and mailing address of the receiver or buyer, including the city, state, and ZIP code.
4. Provide your email address in the designated field to receive updates regarding your application.
5. If the request is being made by someone other than the applicant, specify the name of that party in the appropriate section.
6. Enter the contractor order number and the date when the product is available for sampling or inspection.
7. Mark an 'X' in the appropriate blocks for the distribution instructions, indicating where to mail the certificate and fee bill.
8. Select the type of product from the options provided, such as canned, frozen, dried, dehydrated, or other.
9. Specify the location of the product by including the name, address, and phone number.
10. Identify the name of the product and any specific case marks in the designated sections.
11. Indicate the type of case and select whether the product has previously been graded, providing the certificate number if applicable.
12. Fill in the quality requirements of the receiver, and check any additional requirements that apply.
13. Complete the section related to additional sample units required for testing, if necessary.
14. Once completed, review the form for accuracy. Users can then save changes, download, print, or share the form as needed.

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