4436 Italian Prune/Sugar
A sweet and highly prized fruit variety, Italian Prune/Sugar plums are renowned for their intensely flavored, firm-fleshed characteristics, and exceptional sugar content. This plum variety holds a unique place in the commercial fruit market and is particularly well-suited for drying, where they become popular as prunes.
Also known as: European Plum, D'Agen Prune, Sugar Plum, Italian Prune
Botanical name: Prunus spp.
Quick Facts
PLU Code
4436 (4-digit conventional)
Category & Size
Fruits › Plums › All Sizes
Origin
Native to the temperate regions of Asia, Europe and the United States
Storage Temperature
32-39°F (0-4°C)
Shelf Life
2-4 weeks
Status
Approved
About Italian Prune/Sugar
Plums are best stored in cool temperatures to prolong shelf life. They are generally available mid-summer to late fall.
Nutrition Information
Italian Prunes also known as Prunus spp are nutrient-rich dried fruits. Here are their nutrition facts per 100 grams serving.
Nutrition Facts for Italian Prune
Energy 1033 Kj
Carbohydrates 64 grams
Dietary Fiber 7.1 grams
Sugars 38.4 grams
Protein 1.8 grams
Sodium 5 milligrams
Potassium 745 milligrams
Folate 96.6 micrograms
Vitamin K 59.5 micrograms
Copper 0.281 milligrams
Manganese 0.304 milligrams
Phosphorus 69 milligrams
Iron 0.93 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Italian Prune/Sugar plums should be stored in a cool, humid environment to maintain their freshness and quality.
Optimal Storage Conditions:
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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).