4119 Early Apples

"Taste the Early Delight"

Cultivated and harvested before the regular apple season, Early Apples are known for their exceptional taste and crunchy texture. These apples are nurtured to ripeness in controlled climates, resulting in sweet and tangy flavor profiles.

Also known as: Early Season Apples,Summer Apples

Botanical name: Malus domestica

Early Apples illustration

Quick Facts

PLU Code

4119 (4-digit conventional)

Category & Size

FruitsApplesLarge

Origin

Nurseries in the Northern Hemisphere, such as the United States, Canada, and Europe.

Storage Temperature

0 - 2°C

Shelf Life

6 - 12 months

Status

Approved

About Early Apples

High water content, sensitive to ethylene production, and requiring precise cold storage temperatures.

Nutrition Information

Per 100 grams of Early Apples, the nutrition facts are approximately as follows:

Energy 52 kilocalories,

Carbohydrates 13.8 grams,

Fiber 2.4 grams,

Sugar 9.5 grams,

Protein 0.3 grams,

Total fat 0.2 grams,

Calcium 4 milligrams,

Iron 0.3 milligrams,

Magnesium 3 milligrams,

Phosphorus 4 milligrams,

Potassium 119 milligrams,

Sodium 0 milligrams,

Vitamin A 12 micrograms,

Vitamin C 6.3 milligrams,

Vitamin E 0.4 milligrams.

Storage & Handling

Store at near-freezing temperature with controlled atmosphere to delay ripening and browning

Optimal Storage Conditions:
Temperature: 0 - 2°C
Humidity: 80 - 90%
Packaging: Ventilated boxes, bags, or containers
Shelf Life: 6 - 12 months
Storage Notes: Monitor ethylene production and maintain cleanliness to minimize spoilage

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Tags
4119Early ApplesMalus domesticaLargeFruitsApplesApproved
Commodity Details
Commodity Key:
apples
Variety:
Early
Created:
December 1999
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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