Clementine
"The sweetest of all mandarin varieties."
Small, easy-to-peel mandarin oranges, known for their seedless and juicy pulp, sweet flavor and loose, smooth skin.
Also known as
Mandarin, Clementine Orange
Botanical name
Citrus reticulata
Product Details
PLU Code
3384
4-digit conventional code
Category
Fruits
Tangerines/Mandarins › Medium
Origin
China, Brazil, Argentina
Temperature
5 to 8°C (41 to 46°F)
Shelf Life
up to 4 weeks
Status
Approved
About Clementine
Rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and potassium; excellent source of antioxidant properties.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for a clementine are as follows:
Per 100 grams of clementine, it contains 47 kcal of energy, 0.9 grams of protein, 0.2 grams of fat, 12 grams of carbohydrates, and 2.1 grams of dietary fiber.
It is rich in vitamins A and C with 20 micrograms and 36.4 milligrams respectively.
Other essential minerals present are potassium with 181 milligrams, calcium with 30 milligrams, and magnesium with 10 milligrams.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh mandarins (tangerines). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
5 to 8°C (41 to 46°F)
Humidity
95%
Packaging
Well-ventilated, breathable packaging to maintain airflow and prevent moisture accumulation.
Shelf Life
up to 4 weeks
Storage Notes: Chilling injury shows as peel pitting followed by more decay, and late-season fruit are prone to stem-end rind breakdown linked to excessive water loss. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 405-407.
Applies to: fresh mandarins (tangerines).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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PLU Reference
4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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