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PLU 93522

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HW624 Pear

"Sweetness in every bite"

A premium variety of pear, HW624 Pear is known for its sweet and buttery flavor, crisp texture, and attractive appearance, making it a favorite among fruit enthusiasts and consumers alike.

Also known as

Bartlett, Pears, European Pear

Botanical name

Pyrus communis

HW624 Pear illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

93522

5-digit code

Category

Fruits

Pears › All sizes

Origin

Europe and North America, now cultivated worldwide

Temperature

-1°C (30°F)

Shelf Life

Not established

Status

Approved

About HW624 Pear

HW624 Pear is a hybrid variety, grown in many parts of the world and suitable for fresh consumption, canning, and cooking. It's rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants, providing several health benefits.

Nutrition Information

Here are the nutrition facts for HW624 Pear:

The nutrition facts for a 100g serving of HW624 Pear are approximately

energy 57 kcal

carbohydrate 15g

fiber 2.4g

sugar 8g

protein 0.4g

fat 0.2g

sodium 1mg

potassium 116mg

vitamin A 0.06mg

vitamin C 4.2mg

vitamin K 4.4mcg

folate 11mcg

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 bags 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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3522HW624 PearPyrus communisAll sizesFruitsPears

Details

Commodity Keypears
VarietyHW624
CreatedAugust 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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