3296 Apple

"Nature's perfect snack"

Crisp and juicy, the apple is one of the world's most versatile and widely consumed fruits.

Also known as: Sciearly apple

Botanical name: Malus domestica

Apple illustration

Quick Facts

PLU Code

3296 (4-digit conventional)

Category & Size

Fruits › Apples › Large

Origin

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Xinjiang, China

Storage Temperature

-1 to 0°C

Shelf Life

up to 12 months

Status

Approved

About Apple

Malus domestica is a deciduous tree in the rose family that is native to Central Asia in modern-day Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Xinjiang, China.

Nutrition Information

Apple is a nutrient-rich fruit providing several essential vitamins and minerals. For a 100 gram serving of apple, approximately the nutrition facts are as follows. It contains 52 calories, 0.3 grams of fat, 1.2 grams of protein, 13.8 grams of carbohydrates, and 2.4 grams of fiber. Apple provides several essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants, it contains around 4 milligrams of vitamin C and 154 milligrams of potassium

Storage & Handling

Store in a cool, humid environment with adequate air circulation. Control of ethylene production can help extend shelf life.

Optimal Storage Conditions:
Temperature: -1 to 0°C
Humidity: 80-90%
Packaging: Ventilated containers or bags to maintain humidity and allow for gas exchange
Shelf Life: up to 12 months
Storage Notes: Ethylene production is suppressed at lower temperatures, so maintaining optimal storage conditions is crucial. The Sciearly variety is likely a typical domestic apple that can tolerate a standard cold storage regime.

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Commodity Details
Commodity Key:
apples
Variety:
Sciearly
Created:
October 2002
Last Updated:
December 2023
PLU Code Reference

4-digit codes: Conventionally grown produce

5-digit codes starting with 9: Organic produce

5-digit codes starting with 8: Originally intended for GMO (rarely used)

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