Organic
Honey/Murcott Mandarin
"Seedless and sunshine-sweet citrus delight"
Sweet and tangy citrus fruit with juicy pulp and a loose, easy-to-peel skin
Also known as
Honey Mandarin, Murcott Tangerine, Murcott Mandarin
Botanical name
Citrus
Product Details
PLU Code
93429
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Tangerines/Mandarins › Medium
Origin
Originated in Spain and Morocco, now cultivated worldwide, primarily in China, Serbia and USA
Temperature
5 to 8°C (41 to 46°F)
Shelf Life
up to 4 weeks
Status
Approved
About Honey/Murcott Mandarin
A popular seedless or low-seeded variety, known for its sweetness and cold hardiness
Nutrition Information
Honey/Murcott mandarins are a nutrient-rich citrus fruit, here are their key nutrition facts per 100 grams serving. They contain approximately 47 calories, 11 grams of carbohydrates, 0.7 grams of protein, 0.2 grams of fat, 9 milligrams of calcium, 14 milligrams of magnesium, 136 milligrams of potassium, and 36 milligrams of vitamin C.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh mandarins (tangerines). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
5 to 8°C (41 to 46°F)
Humidity
95%
Packaging
Ventilated packaging or breathable bags to reduce moisture accumulation
Shelf Life
up to 4 weeks
Storage Notes: Chilling injury shows as peel pitting followed by more decay, and late-season fruit are prone to stem-end rind breakdown linked to excessive water loss. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 405-407.
Applies to: fresh mandarins (tangerines).
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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