Organic
Kiwi
"Nutrient-dense tropical superfood"
Kiwi is a small, furry fruit with a brown, fuzzy outer layer and bright green or golden flesh, speckled with tiny black seeds, rich in vitamins and antioxidants, with a sweet and slightly tangy taste.
Also known as
Chinese gooseberry, Kiwifruit, Yang Tao
Botanical name
Actinidia chinensis deliciosa
Product Details
PLU Code
93280
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Kiwifruit › Jumbo
Origin
Native to southern China, with major commercial production in Italy, New Zealand, and Chile.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
4-5 months
Status
Approved
About Kiwi
PLU information is not available
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for kiwi are as follows
One medium kiwi, approximately 76 grams, contains
energy 61 kilocalories,
carbohydrates 14.7 grams,
fiber 2.1 grams,
sugar 8.6 grams,
protein 1.2 grams,
fat 0.5 grams
Vitamins
folate 34 micrograms
vitamin C 92 milligrams
vitamin E 1.5 milligrams
vitamin K 40 micrograms
Minerals
potassium 312 milligrams
magnesium 13 milligrams
manganese 0.2 milligrams
copper 0.2 milligrams
Kiwi also contains various phytochemicals and antioxidants
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for kiwifruit ('Hayward' and similar Actinidia deliciosa). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Breathable containers or bags to maintain high humidity and prevent moisture loss
Shelf Life
4-5 months
Storage Notes: Kiwifruit in storage are extremely sensitive to ethylene, which causes premature softening, so keep them away from ethylene-producing products and remove ethylene from storerooms. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 372-376.
Applies to: kiwifruit ('Hayward' and similar Actinidia deliciosa).
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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