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PLU 93285

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Golden Delicious

"A timeless favorite, perfect for every occasion"

Sweet and crunchy, Golden Delicious apples are one of the most popular varieties in the world. Known for their tender texture and mellow flavor, they are great for snacking, salads, and cooking.

Also known as

Yellow Delicious, Goldens, Delicious

Botanical name

Malus domestica

Golden Delicious illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

93285

5-digit code

Category

Fruits

Apples › Extra Large

Origin

West Virginia, USA

Temperature

0°C (32°F)

Shelf Life

3-4 months

Status

Approved

About Golden Delicious

Originated in West Virginia, USA and widely cultivated across the globe. Golden Delicious apples are harvested from September to November, and can be stored for up to 12 months in cold conditions.

Nutrition Information

The nutrition facts for Golden Delicious apples per 100 grams serving are approximately

calories 52

protein 0.3 grams

fat 0.2 grams

carbohydrates 13.8 grams

dietary fiber 2.4 grams

sugar 9.5 grams

sodium 0 milligrams

potassium 107 milligrams

vitamin A 0 micrograms

vitamin B6 0.046 milligrams

vitamin C 4.6 milligrams

magnesium 5 milligrams

manganese 0.035 milligrams

Storage & Handling

Commercial storage guidance for Golden Delicious apples (air storage). 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 bags or boxes with padding to prevent bruising

Shelf Life

3-4 months

Storage Notes: Golden Delicious shrivels faster than other varieties because of breaks in the cuticle. 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: Golden Delicious apples (air storage).

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

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3285Golden DeliciousMalus domesticaExtra LargeFruitsApples

Details

Commodity Keyapples
VarietyGolden Delicious
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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