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PLU 4179


Apple (Spartan)

"Sweetness in every crunchy bite"

A crunchy and sweet variety of apple, ideal for snacking and cooking

Also known as

Malus domestica, Adam's Apple, Paradise Fruit, Winter Apple

Botanical name

Malus domestica

Apple (Spartan) illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

4179

4-digit conventional code

Category

Fruits

ApplesLarge

Origin

Originated in the United Kingdom, widely cultivated in the United States, Europe, and Australia

Temperature

0°C to 4°C

Shelf Life

4-6 months

Status

Approved

About Apple (Spartan)

Rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber, high in water content, requiring controlled atmosphere storage to prolong shelf life

Nutrition Information

Nutrition facts for Apple Spartan per 100 grams

Energy 52 kilocalories

Carbohydrates 13.8 grams

Fiber 2.4 grams

Sugars 9.5 grams

Protein 0.3 grams

Fat 0.2 grams

Vitamin C 4.6 milligrams 6 percent of the Daily Value

Vitamin K 4.4 micrograms 6 percent of the Daily Value

Folate 3.7 micrograms 1 percent of the Daily Value

Potassium 108 milligrams 4 percent of the Daily Value

Magnesium 5 milligrams 2 percent of the Daily Value

Note nutrition values may vary based on ripeness and growing conditions

Storage & Handling

Cool and humid storage conditions, handling with care to minimize bruising and physical damage

Temperature

0°C to 4°C

Humidity

80-90% RH

Packaging

Ventilated containers or bags to maintain humidity

Shelf Life

4-6 months

Storage Notes: To maintain quality, store apples in a controlled atmosphere (CA) environment with reduced oxygen and increased carbon dioxide levels when possible.

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4179Apple (Spartan)Malus domesticaLargeFruitsApples

Details

Commodity Keyapples
VarietySpartan
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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