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PLU 3424


Purple/Red - Beta Sweet Carrot

"Nature's candy in a deeper hue"

Deeply colored, sweet, and crunchy, the Purple/Red - Beta Sweet Carrot is a vibrant variety of carrot that offers an attractive and healthy alternative to the common orange carrot.

Also known as

Deep Purple Carrot, Beta Sweet Carrot, Purple Top Carrot

Botanical name

Daucus carota

Purple/Red - Beta Sweet Carrot illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

3424

4-digit conventional code

Category

Vegetables

CarrotsAll Sizes

Origin

Mexico, the United States, and Europe are among the major producers of Beta Sweet Carrots, with the crop being available from May to November.

Temperature

0-4°C (32-39°F) for large carrots and 0-2°C (32-36°F) for baby carrots

Shelf Life

21-30 days

Status

Approved

About Purple/Red - Beta Sweet Carrot

This variety of carrot boasts a deeper color due to its higher anthocyanin content, giving it an increased antioxidant profile. It is ideal for snacking, salads, or as a colorful garnish for various dishes.

Nutrition Information

The nutrition facts for Purple/Red - Beta Sweet Carrot are as follows

Calories 41 per 100 grams

Carbohydrates 9.6 grams per 100 grams

Fiber 2.8 grams per 100 grams

Protein 0.93 grams per 100 grams

Fat 0.16 grams per 100 grams

Vitamin A 836 mcg per 100 grams

Vitamin C 3.6 mg per 100 grams

Potassium 334 mg per 100 grams

Manganese 0.18 mg per 100 grams

Folate 13 mcg per 100 grams

Storage & Handling

Cool, moist conditions are necessary to maintain carrot crunch and sweetness

Temperature

0-4°C (32-39°F) for large carrots and 0-2°C (32-36°F) for baby carrots

Humidity

90-95%

Packaging

Breathable bags or containers, keep moist

Shelf Life

21-30 days

Storage Notes: Keep away from strong-smelling products as carrots can absorb odors

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3424Purple/Red - Beta Sweet CarrotDaucus carotaAll SizesVegetablesCarrots

Details

Commodity Keycarrots
VarietyPurple/Red - Beta Sweet
CreatedOctober 2002
Last UpdatedDecember 2023

PLU Reference

4-digit codes: Conventional produce

5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce

5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)

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