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PLU 4157


Paulared Apple

"Sweetness in every crunchy bite."

A sweet and crunchy apple variety known for its Paulared apples have a juicy texture and a sweet-tart flavor.

Also known as

Spaulding, Red Delicious, Paulared

Botanical name

Malus domestica

Paulared Apple illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

4157

4-digit conventional code

Category

Fruits

ApplesLarge

Origin

Developed in the city of Spencer in Massachusetts, United States in 1960.

Temperature

0°C to 5°C

Shelf Life

6 to 9 months

Status

Approved

About Paulared Apple

The Paulared apple is a cross between the Red Delicious and the McIntosh apple tree, known for its uniform and symmetrical shape. It has a bright red skin with yellow and green highlights, and white flesh.

Nutrition Information

The nutrition facts for Paulared Apple are:

One medium-sized apple weighs approximately 150 grams.

It contains approximately 49 calories, 0.3 grams of protein, 13.8 grams of carbohydrates, and 0.2 grams of fat.

It also contains 2.4 grams of dietary fiber and 0.2 grams of sugars.

Paulared apple is a good source of vitamins and minerals like 4.6 milligrams of vitamin C, 0.07 milligrams of vitamin B6, 0.048 milligrams of vitamin B2 and 0.054 milligrams of manganese and 154 milligrams of potassium.

Storage & Handling

Paulared apples require cold storage with controlled temperature and humidity to maintain optimal freshness and shelf life

Temperature

0°C to 5°C

Humidity

80% to 90%

Packaging

Ventilated packaging to maintain humidity and prevent moisture loss

Shelf Life

6 to 9 months

Storage Notes: Monitoring of ethylene production and carbon dioxide levels is crucial to extend storage life. Avoid storing apples with strong-smelling fruits as they can absorb odors easily.

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4157Paulared AppleMalus domesticaLargeFruitsApples

Details

Commodity Keyapples
VarietyPaulared
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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