4077 Sweet Corn, White
Sweet Corn, White is a popular and nutritious variety of sweet corn, known for its high sugar content and creamy white kernels, perfect for boiling, grilling or roasting.
Also known as: Silver Queen, Country Gentleman, White Corn
Botanical name: Zea mays
Quick Facts
PLU Code
4077 (4-digit conventional)
Category & Size
Vegetables › Corn › All Sizes
Origin
Originated in North America, now widely grown in many countries with temperate climates
Storage Temperature
0-2°C
Shelf Life
3-5 days for maximum quality, 7-10 days for ordinary quality
Status
Approved
About Sweet Corn, White
Sweet Corn, White is an excellent source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. It requires precise temperature and humidity control during transportation and storage to maintain its sweetness and freshness.
Nutrition Information
For 100 grams of sweet white corn the nutrition facts are approximately calories 86, carbohydrate 19.2 grams of which sugars 4 grams and fiber 2.7 grams, protein 2.7 grams and fat 0.7 grams, sodium 1 milligram, potassium 315 milligrams, folate 55 micrograms, thiamin 0.170 milligrams, 27 milligrams of phosphorus and 1 milligram of iron
Storage & Handling
Keep at near-freezing temperature and high humidity to slow down respiration rate and prevent moisture loss
Optimal Storage Conditions:
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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).