3433 Citrus Imp

"Seedless and juicy, a citrus favorite"

Citrus Imp, also known as Imperial, is a popular hybrid mandarin, prized for its seedless and juicy segments, making it a favorite among consumers

Also known as: Imperial mandarin

Botanical name: Citrus spp.

Citrus Imp illustration

Quick Facts

PLU Code

3433 (4-digit conventional)

Category & Size

FruitsTangerines/MandarinsLarge

Origin

Australia and China

Storage Temperature

2-4°C

Shelf Life

2-4 weeks

Status

Approved

About Citrus Imp

It has a loose and easy-to-peel skin, with a sweet tart flavor profile, typically harvested between April and October

Nutrition Information

Here are the nutrition facts for Imperial citrus, also known as Imperial mandarin or Imperial orange:

One medium-sized Imperial citrus fruit typically weighs 130-150 grams and contains 45-50 milliliters of juice.

Per 100 grams of edible fruit, the nutrition facts are as follows:

Energy: 46 kilocalories

Carbohydrates: 11.75 grams

Fiber: 2.2 grams

Protein: 0.7 grams

Fat: 0.2 grams

Sugar: 9.2 grams

Sodium: 0.3 milligrams

Potassium: 132 milligrams

Vitamin C: 53 milligrams

Vitamin A: 20 micrograms

Folate: 16 micrograms

Vitamin B6: 0.06 milligrams

Water content: 87.2%

Storage & Handling

store at a constant low temperature and high humidity to maintain the peel condition.

Optimal Storage Conditions:
Temperature: 2-4°C
Humidity: 80-90%
Packaging: Standard citrus boxes lined with any material that does not react with the citrus.
Shelf Life: 2-4 weeks
Storage Notes: Avoid bruising, keep away from ethylene-producing fruits.

Search PLU Codes

Tags
3433Citrus ImpCitrus spp.LargeFruitsTangerines/MandarinsApproved
Commodity Details
Commodity Key:
tangerines-mandarins
Variety:
Imperial
Created:
October 2003
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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