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PLU 93526

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Howell TC2

"Experience the crunchy goodness of nature."

Crisp and juicy, Howell TC2 apples are a crossbreed variety, known for their long shelf life and resistance to diseases.

Also known as

LucyRose, TC2, Red Delicious

Botanical name

Malus domestica

Howell TC2 illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

93526

5-digit code

Category

Fruits

Apples › All sizes

Origin

Developed in South Africa, specifically for warmer climates.

Temperature

-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)

Shelf Life

3-6 months

Status

Approved

About Howell TC2

They mature in late October, allowing for storage from January to September and making them suitable for long-distance transportation.

Nutrition Information

Howell TC2 apples are a variety of Malus domestica and their approximate nutrition facts per 100g serving size are

Energy 52 kcal

Carbohydrates 13.81g

Fiber 2.40g

Sugars 9.95g

Protein 0.26g

Fat 0.17g

Water 86.38g

These values are approximate and may vary

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 boxes, bags or bins with adequate airflow

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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3526Howell TC2Malus domesticaAll sizesFruitsApples

Details

Commodity Keyapples
VarietyHowell TC2
CreatedJuly 2021
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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