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Russet Apple

"Sweet and nutty, with a rustic charm"

The Russet Apple is a unique heirloom variety of apple known for its russet or brown skin with a sweet and nutty flavor profile and firm texture.

Also known as

Rustic apple, Golden Russet

Botanical name

Malus domestica

Russet Apple illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

93009

5-digit code

Category

Fruits

Apples › All Sizes

Origin

Originated in 16th century England and popularized in 17th century New York.

Temperature

-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)

Shelf Life

3-6 months

Status

Approved

About Russet Apple

Rich in antioxidants and flavonoids, Russet Apples are great for snacking, baking, and making applesauce.

Nutrition Information

Russet apples are a variety of apple known for their sweet and slightly nutty flavor. They are a good source of essential nutrients. The nutrition facts for Russet apples are as follows:

Energy: 52 calories per 100 grams

Carbohydrates: 13.8 grams per 100 grams

Fiber: 2.4 grams per 100 grams

Protein: 0.3 grams per 100 grams

Fat: 0.2 grams per 100 grams

Sugar: 9.5 grams per 100 grams

Sodium: 0 milligrams per 100 grams

Potassium: 154 milligrams per 100 grams

Vitamin C: 10 milligrams per 100 grams or 10% of the recommended daily intake

Vitamin K: 4 micrograms per 100 grams or 5% of the recommended daily intake

Folate: 3 micrograms per 100 grams or 1% of the recommended daily intake

Manganese: 0.1 milligrams per 100 grams or 5% of the recommended daily intake

Storage & Handling

Commercial storage guidance for apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.

Temperature

-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)

Humidity

90-95%

Packaging

Ventilated containers or cartons to maintain humidity and air circulation

Shelf Life

3-6 months

Storage Notes: Cool apples rapidly after harvest; the effects of slow cooling become more apparent the longer the fruit are stored. Produces significant ethylene: store apart from ethylene-sensitive produce. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).

Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 176-194.

Applies to: apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety).

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

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3009Russet AppleMalus domesticaAll SizesFruitsApples

Details

Commodity Keyapples
VarietyRusset
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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