3383 Clementine

"Small, Sweet, and Very Easy to peel!"

Clementine is a hybrid of mandarin and sweet orange, known for its vibrant, loose, and easy-to-peel skin. It is a sweet and tangy, juicy fruit with a pleasant zest.

Also known as: Mandarin orange, Algerian mandarin

Botanical name: Citrus reticulata

Clementine illustration

Quick Facts

PLU Code

3383 (4-digit conventional)

Category & Size

Fruits › Tangerines/Mandarins › Small

Origin

Algeria

Storage Temperature

3-6°C (37-43°F)

Shelf Life

2-4 weeks at optimal conditions

Status

Approved

About Clementine

Clementine is a seasonal fruit that typically blooms in spring, which helps make them seedless or essentially seedless by utilizing unfertilized flowers, with a typical season from November to January

Nutrition Information

A 100 gram serving of Clementine contains approximately,

53 kcal of energy,

12.2 gram of carbohydrates,

0.6 gram of protein,

0 gram of fat,

2.1 gram of dietary fiber,

35 milligrams of calcium,

1.7 milligrams of iron,

0.495 milligrams of zinc,

9 milligrams of potassium,

10 milligrams of magnesium,

36.4 milligrams of vitamin C,

1,544 international units of vitamin A,

Storage & Handling

Clementines are moderately chilling sensitive. Maintain consistently low temperatures and relative humidity to maintain quality.

Optimal Storage Conditions:
Temperature: 3-6°C (37-43°F)
Humidity: 80-90%
Packaging: Well-ventilated boxes or bags to prevent moisture accumulation
Shelf Life: 2-4 weeks at optimal conditions
Storage Notes: Avoid storing at ambient temperature. Ethylene production can induce ripening. Monitor for decay and damage which can rapidly spoil surrounding fruit.

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Tags
3383ClementineCitrus reticulataSmallFruitsTangerines/MandarinsApproved
Commodity Details
Commodity Key:
tangerines-mandarins
Variety:
Clementine
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)

PLU codes streamline checkout processes, improve inventory management, and provide consistency across different stores. The system was developed by the International Federation for Produce Standards (IFPS).