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PLU 93540

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Apples IFORED R Series

"Nature's ultimate snack"

Sweet and crunchy apples, cherished globally for their flavor, vitamins, and long shelf life.

Also known as

R201, R202, R203, R204, Red Delicious, Gala, Fuji

Botanical name

Malus domestica

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Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

93540

5-digit code

Category

Fruits

Apples › All sizes

Origin

Originated in Central Asia, now cultivated worldwide in over 100 countries

Temperature

-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)

Shelf Life

3-6 months

Status

Approved

About Apples IFORED R Series

Characterized by their firm skin and juicy pulp, apples are consumed fresh or used in a variety of culinary products.

Nutrition Information

Apples IFORED R Series contain approximately 52 kcal of energy per 100 grams. They are low in fat with 0.17 grams and have no cholesterol. The fiber content is 2.4 grams, and the water content is about 84.11 grams per 100 grams.

The sugar content is around 9.5 grams and has a sodium content of 0.03 grams. Apples IFORED R Series are a good source of antioxidants, and the main vitamins and minerals include potassium at 126 milligrams, vitamin C at 4.6 milligrams, vitamin K at 4.4 micrograms, and folate at 3.5 micrograms 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

Breathable containers or bags with 0.5-1.5% perforation to maintain humidity and prevent moisture accumulation

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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Details

Commodity Keyapples
VarietyIFORED R Series
CreatedJuly 2022
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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