4402 Peach

"Sweet, juicy and nutritious delight."

A sweet and juicy stone fruit, sliced and savored in a variety of dishes and desserts.

Also known as: Stone Fruit, Persica, Peaches

Botanical name: Prunus persica

Peach illustration

Quick Facts

PLU Code

4402 (4-digit conventional)

Category & Size

FruitsPeachesSmall

Origin

Northwestern China, cultivated over 4,000 years ago and later introduced to Persia, then Europe, by the Silk Road.

Storage Temperature

-0.5°C - 0°C

Shelf Life

1 - 3 weeks

Status

Approved

About Peach

High in fiber, vitamins and minerals. Typically grown in temperate climates, requiring cold winter chill to produce a thriving crop.

Nutrition Information

Peaches are a nutrient-rich fruit, a 100-gram serving of peaches contains approximately 39 calories, 0.9 grams of protein, 0.3 grams of fat, and 9.5 grams of carbohydrates. They also contain dietary fiber, with approximately 1.5 grams per 100-gram serving.

In terms of vitamins, peaches are a good source of vitamin C, with a 100-gram serving providing about 6 milligrams, or 8 percent of the recommended daily intake. They also contain vitamin A and vitamin E, with a 100-gram serving providing approximately 190 micrograms of vitamin A and 0.7 milligrams of vitamin E.

Peaches are also a good source of minerals such as potassium, with a 100-gram serving providing approximately 285 milligrams, and copper, with a 100-gram serving providing 0.16 milligrams.

As for other nutrients, peaches contain antioxidants such as polyphenols and flavonoids, which can help protect against oxidative stress and inflammation in the body.

Storage & Handling

Peaches are stored at very low temperatures and high humidity. Ethylene production should be controlled to slow down ripening.

Optimal Storage Conditions:
Temperature: -0.5°C - 0°C
Humidity: 85% - 90%
Packaging: Ventilated boxes
Shelf Life: 1 - 3 weeks
Storage Notes: Peaches are highly sensitive to ethylene and carbon dioxide. Monitor O2 levels during storage.

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4402PeachPrunus persicaSmallFruitsPeachesApproved
Commodity Details
Commodity Key:
peaches
Variety:
Yellow Flesh
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)


PLU codes streamline checkout processes, improve inventory management, and provide consistency across different stores. The system was developed by the International Federation for Produce Standards (IFPS).