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PLU 4115


Apple

"Nature's candy, in every bite"

Fresh, crunchy, and juicy, Criterion apples are known for their sweet and slightly tangy flavor, making them perfect for snacking, salads, and cooking.

Also known as

Malus domestica, Table apple, Dessert apple

Botanical name

Malus domestica

Apple illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

4115

4-digit conventional code

Category

Fruits

ApplesLarge

Origin

Eastern Europe, Western Europe, and the United States

Temperature

-1°C to 0°C

Shelf Life

1 to 6 months

Status

Approved

About Apple

Criterion apples are a non-organic variety, suitable for mass production. They have a medium to large size and a red skin with green highlights.

Nutrition Information

Apple is a nutrient-rich fruit providing several essential vitamins and minerals. Here's a breakdown of the nutrition facts for one medium-sized Criterion apple, approximately 150 grams:

Energy: 52 kilocalories

Protein: 0.3 grams

Fat: 0.2 grams

Carbohydrates: 13.8 grams

Fiber: 2.4 grams

Sugar: 9.5 grams

Sodium: 0 milligrams

Potassium: 154 milligrams

Vitamin C: 4.6 milligrams, approximately 10% of the Daily Value

Vitamin K: 4.4 micrograms, approximately 6% of the Daily Value

Folate: 3.5 micrograms

Manganese: 0.2 milligrams, approximately 10% of the Daily Value

Antioxidants and phytonutrients: Quercetin, catechins, chlorogenic acid, and anthocyanins

Storage & Handling

Apples are climacteric fruit and require careful handling for prolonged storage. Cool and humid storage, with precise temperature and humidity control, is necessary for the highest quality.

Temperature

-1°C to 0°C

Humidity

80% to 90%

Packaging

cardboard boxes or RPC’s lined with polyethylene film bags or plastic wrappers

Shelf Life

1 to 6 months

Storage Notes: Ethylene production must be controlled to delay ripening. Regular monitoring of oxygen and CO2 levels in the storage environment is critical.

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4115AppleMalus domesticaLargeFruitsApples

Details

Commodity Keyapples
VarietyCriterion
CreatedDecember 1999
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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