4757 Banana

A sweet and curved edible fruit, often yellow when ripe, widely cultivated and consumed across the globe.

PLU Code 4757

Details about Banana

Also known as Plantain, Cavendish, Gros Michel

Bananas are nutrient-rich and provide several essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, including potassium, vitamins C and B6.

Nature's energy-rich snack.

Nutrition

Banana is actually a type of fruit, not a vegetable. Here are the nutrition facts for bananas:

The botanical name of the common banana is Musa acuminata, not C.maxima. C.maxima is the botanical name of a type of squash.

Per 100 grams of banana, you can expect the following nutritional content:

energy 89 kilocalories

carbohydrates 22.8 grams

fiber 2.6 grams

sugar 12.2 grams

protein 1.3 grams

fat 0.3 grams

sodium 1 milligram

potassium 422 milligrams

vitamin C 8.7 milligrams

vitamin B6 0.4 milligrams

vitamin A 10 micrograms

magnesium 27 milligrams

iron 0.3 milligrams

folate 6.5 micrograms

Storage

Cool and ventilated area with moderate humidity to maintain quality and prevent ripening

Storage conditions:
  • Temperature: 13°C to 14°C (56°F to 57°F)
  • Humidity: 80-85%

High temperature sensitivity, temperature fluctuations should be avoided and inspection should be conducted every 24-48 hours.

Packaging

Breathable bags or boxes for good ventilation

Shelf life

7-14 days

Category: Vegetables
Also known as: Plantain, Cavendish, Gros Michel
Origin: Southeast Asia

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PLU codes, which stands for Price Look-Up codes, are 4 or 5-digit numbers used in grocery stores and supermarkets to identify fresh produce items.

  • 4-digit codes are for conventionally grown produce
  • 5-digit codes starting with 9 indicate organic produce
  • 5-digit codes starting with 8 were originally intended for GMO produce, but are 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)

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