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Chives

"Chive Herb Group"

Chives are herbs in the genus Allium.

Also known as

(No data)

Botanical name

Allium

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Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

4888

4-digit conventional code

Category

Herbs

Chives › All Sizes

Origin

Unknown

Temperature

0°C (32°F)

Shelf Life

2-3 weeks

Status

Approved

About Chives

PLU information is not available

Nutrition Information

A verified nutrition profile matching this product identity, edible part, maturity and processing form is not established. No other food is substituted.

Storage & Handling

Commercial storage guidance for chives and mint (peppermint, spearmint). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.

Temperature

0°C (32°F)

Humidity

95-100%

Packaging

Breathable or perforated packaging, such as mesh or paper bags

Shelf Life

2-3 weeks

Storage Notes: Chives and mint need near-freezing, very humid storage; top icing is sometimes used for mint. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).

Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 485-486.

Applies to: chives and mint (peppermint, spearmint).

Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).

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Details

Commodity Keychives
Variety
CreatedDecember 1999
Last UpdatedOctober 2026

PLU Reference

4-digit codes: Conventional produce

93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code

83000 series: Future conventional assignments

84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments

Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance

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