Organic
Carmen Pears
"Sweetness in every bite, nature's candy at its finest"
Sweet and crunchy, Carmen Pears are a delicious variety of pear that delight consumers with their buttery flesh and tender skin.
Also known as
Carmen Pear, Carmen's Pear, Golden Pear
Botanical name
Pyrus
Product Details
PLU Code
93316
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Pears › All Sizes
Origin
Originally from Belgium, now cultivated worldwide, including the US, Europe, and Australia.
Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Shelf Life
Not established
Status
Approved
About Carmen Pears
Carmen Pears are round in shape with a short neck, have a golden skin, and when ripe exhibit a sweet and slightly tangy taste.
Nutrition Information
Carmen pears are low in calories and rich in nutrients. A 100-gram serving of Carmen pear contains approximately 42 calories, 0.6 grams of protein, 0.25 grams of fat, and 10 grams of carbohydrates. They are a good source of dietary fiber and contain both soluble and insoluble fiber, with a total fiber content of 4.4 grams per 100-gram serving.
Carmen pears are also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, vitamin K, potassium, and copper. A 100-gram serving provides about 4 milligrams of vitamin C, 4.4 micrograms of vitamin K, 116 milligrams of potassium, and 0.08 milligrams of copper.
In terms of antioxidant content, Carmen pears contain a variety of phytonutrients, including flavonoids, phenolic acids, and carotenoids.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for European pears in general (Pacific Northwest commercial practice; all cultivars). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Humidity
90-94%
Packaging
Shrink film or poly bags to prevent moisture loss and maintain humidity
Storage Notes: Pears are very temperature sensitive and are held just below freezing, so precise temperature control is needed to avoid freezing, and high humidity or polyethylene liners help limit their rapid moisture loss. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 471-480.
Applies to: European pears in general (Pacific Northwest commercial practice; all cultivars).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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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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