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PLU 4960


Fragrant Pear

"Sweetness in every bite"

A sweet and fragrant fruit known for its delicate skin and juicy pulp.

Also known as

Butter Pear, Fragrant Chinese Pear

Botanical name

Pyrus spp.

Fragrant Pear illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

4960

4-digit conventional code

Category

Fruits

PearsAll Sizes

Origin

Native to Asia, with China being the largest producer

Temperature

0°C - 1°C

Shelf Life

3-5 months

Status

Approved

About Fragrant Pear

Fragrant Pear is a non-climacteric fruit, meaning it does not continue to ripen after harvest. It is highly perishable and requires careful handling to maintain its quality.

Nutrition Information

The nutrition facts for Fragrant Pear are as follows:

Per 100 grams

Energy 57 kilocalories

Carbohydrates 14.3 grams

Dietary fiber 3.1 grams

Sugars 9.2 grams

Protein 0.4 grams

Fat 0.1 grams

Sodium 0 milligrams

Potassium 131 milligrams

Vitamin A 0 micrograms

Vitamin C 4 milligrams

Vitamin K 4 micrograms

Folate 7 micrograms

Copper 0.08 milligrams

Manganese 0.12 milligrams

Storage & Handling

Cool and moist conditions are essential for maintaining the quality of Fragrant Pears. Regular monitoring of the storage environment is crucial to prevent temperature and humidity fluctuations.

Temperature

0°C - 1°C

Humidity

85% - 90%

Packaging

Crates or boxes with good ventilation to prevent moisture accumulation

Shelf Life

3-5 months

Storage Notes: Ethylene production contributes to ripening and senescence. Isolation from ethylene-producing fruits and ventilation helps maintain the pears' quality.

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4960Fragrant PearPyrus spp.All SizesFruitsPears

Details

Commodity Keypears
VarietyFragrant
CreatedMay 2007
Last UpdatedDecember 2023

PLU Reference

4-digit codes: Conventional produce

5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce

5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)

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