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PLU 93513

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Shinano Gold Apples

"Experience the sweetness of Japan with Shinano Gold Apples"

Shinano Gold Apples are known for their unique sweetness and crisp texture, making them a popular choice among consumers. They have a tender skin that ranges in color from yellow to red, and a juicy flesh with a hint of vanilla flavor.

Also known as

yello®, Shinano Gold, Japanese Apple, Golden Delight

Botanical name

Malus domestica

Shinano Gold Apples illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

93513

5-digit code

Category

Fruits

Apples › All sizes

Origin

Nagano Prefecture, Japan

Temperature

-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)

Shelf Life

3-6 months

Status

Approved

About Shinano Gold Apples

Shinano Gold Apples are a cross between the Japanese varieties 'Red Gold' and 'Indo'. They are harvested during the autumn season and require careful handling during transportation to maintain their quality.

Nutrition Information

The nutrition facts for Shinano Gold Apples are as follows:

Each 100 grams of Shinano Gold Apples contain approximately 0.3 grams of protein, 0.2 grams of fat, and 13.8 grams of carbohydrates. They also contain 0.2 grams of fiber, 9.2 grams of sugar, and 0.3 grams of sodium. The calories per 100 grams amount to about 52 kilocalories. Shinano Gold Apples also contain various essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin C approximately 4.6 milligrams per 100 grams.

Storage & Handling

Commercial storage guidance for apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.

Temperature

-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)

Humidity

90-95%

Packaging

Ventilated or mesh bags, boxes, or crates

Shelf Life

3-6 months

Storage Notes: Cool apples rapidly after harvest; the effects of slow cooling become more apparent the longer the fruit are stored. 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: apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety).

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

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3513Shinano Gold ApplesMalus domesticaAll sizesFruitsApples

Details

Commodity Keyapples
VarietyShinano Gold
CreatedFebruary 2020
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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