Organic
Oranges (C37)
"Squeeze in the sunshine with every bite"
Juicy and versatile, oranges are one of the most widely consumed fruits globally, bursting with vitamin C and flavor
Also known as
Noble Juicy Crunch, Navel oranges, Valencia oranges, Blood oranges
Botanical name
Citrus
Product Details
PLU Code
93524
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Tangerines/Mandarins › All sizes
Origin
Southeastern Asia, Mediterranean region, now cultivated in many parts of the world
Temperature
5 to 8°C (41 to 46°F)
Shelf Life
up to 4 weeks
Status
Approved
About Oranges (C37)
C37 variety, also known as 'seedless' or 'Valencia Late' is a popular commercial variety, mainly used for juice production due to its seedless characteristic and ease of peeling
Nutrition Information
One 100-gram serving of oranges provides approximately 47 kilocalories of energy, 12 grams of carbohydrates, 0.94 gram of protein, and 0.12 gram of fat. The serving size is also rich in dietary fiber, containing 2.3 grams. Additionally, it is an excellent source of vitamin C, providing about 53 milligrams, which is roughly 70 percent of the recommended daily intake, and contains 181 milligrams of potassium.
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 cartons, bags or boxes to maintain humidity and prevent water 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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