Empire Apples
"The Perfect Snacking Apple"
A crunchy and sweet variety of apple known for its exceptional flavor and texture, making it perfect for snacking and salads.
Also known as
Empire Apple, Empire Dessert Apple, Red Delicious, McIntosh Empire
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
4126
4-digit conventional code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Large
Origin
New York, USA
Temperature
2 to 3°C (36 to 37°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Status
Approved
About Empire Apples
The Empire Apple is a cross between the Red Delicious and McIntosh apples, offering a unique blend of sweetness and tartness.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for Empire Apples are
in 100 grams of fresh Empire Apple there are approximately 52 calories,
0.3 grams of protein,
13.8 grams of carbohydrates,
4.5 grams of dietary fiber,
8.6 grams of sugar
and 0.2 grams of fat. The apple also has 0.3 milligrams of iron,
4 milligrams of calcium,
5 milligrams of magnesium,
0.1 milligram of zinc,
154 milligrams of potassium
and 4 milligrams of vitamin C.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for Empire apples (air storage). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
2 to 3°C (36 to 37°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Ventilated crates or bags to maintain air circulation
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Storage Notes: Avoid late harvest; Empire is temperature sensitive and carbon dioxide sensitive but does not need a scald inhibitor. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 176-194.
Applies to: Empire apples (air storage).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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PLU Reference
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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