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Passe Crassane Pear
"Buttery, sweet and rare French heirloom pear"
A rare and exquisite winter pear variety, Passe Crassane is a French heirloom pear known for its buttery, creamy texture and sweet flavor.
Also known as
Passacrassana, Passe Crassane d'Hiver
Botanical name
Pyrus
Product Details
PLU Code
93318
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Pears › Large
Origin
Southeastern France
Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Shelf Life
Not established
Status
Approved
About Passe Crassane Pear
Passe Crassane pears are harvested in late winter, and their unique flavor profile is enhanced when served ripe. They are highly prized for their delicate flavor and tender texture.
Nutrition Information
Passe Crassane Pear is a good source of nutrients, the nutrition facts are per 100 grams:
Energy 57 kcal,
Carbohydrates 15 grams,
Dietary fiber 4 grams,
Protein 0.6 gram,
Fat 0.1 gram,
Sodium 0 milligrams,
Potassium 125 milligrams,
Vitamin A 25 IU,
Vitamin C 4 milligrams,
Calcium 12 milligrams,
Iron 0.2 milligrams,
Magnesium 7 milligrams
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
Ventilated boxes or containers to maintain humidity and prevent moisture accumulation
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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