Elstar Apple
"Sweet crunch in every bite"
A sweet-tart dessert apple variety known for its vibrant red skin and crisp white flesh.
Also known as
Elster Apple, Estrella Apple
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
4121
4-digit conventional code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Small
Origin
Netherlands
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Status
Approved
About Elstar Apple
Elstar apples are harvested in the fall and are ideal for eating fresh or using in salads, with a shelf life of up to six months when stored under optimal conditions.
Nutrition Information
Elstar Apple is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamins and minerals. A 100-gram serving of Elstar Apple contains approximately 52 calories, 0.3 grams of protein, and 0.2 grams of fat. It is also rich in carbohydrates with 13.8 grams per 100-gram serving.
Major vitamins in Elstar Apples include Vitamin C, thiamin, riboflavin, and potassium. A 100-gram serving provides 4.6 milligrams of Vitamin C, 0.017 milligrams of thiamin, and 0.026 milligrams of riboflavin. Other vitamins and minerals include copper, manganese, and phosphorus.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Pack in bags or boxes with perforations to prevent moisture accumulation
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Storage Notes: Cool apples rapidly after harvest; the effects of slow cooling become more apparent the longer the fruit are stored. Produces significant ethylene: store apart from ethylene-sensitive produce. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 176-194.
Applies to: apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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