Almonds
"Classic nut staple"
Almonds are a widely recognized nut commodity in the Prunus genus.
Also known as
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Botanical name
Prunus dulcis
Product Details
PLU Code
4924
4-digit conventional code
Category
Nuts
Almonds › All Sizes
Origin
Transcaucasus
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
In-shell: up to 20 months; shelled nuts and pieces keep for less time
Status
Approved
About Almonds
The genus Prunus includes almonds, along with peaches, nectarines, apricots, plums and cherries.
Nutrition Information
A verified nutrition profile matching this product identity, edible part and processing form is not established. No other food, species, maturity or processing form is substituted.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for in-shell almonds. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
65%
Packaging
Airtight containers, nitrogen flush or modified atmosphere packaging (MAP)
Shelf Life
In-shell: up to 20 months; shelled nuts and pieces keep for less time
Storage Notes: Almonds readily absorb odors because of their high oil content, so they should not be stored with strong-smelling commodities. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 744-747.
Applies to: in-shell almonds.
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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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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