Organic
Belgica Apple
"Sweet and tender variety from Belgium."
Belgica apples are sweet and juicy, with a hint of tartness, tender skin and crisp flesh.
Also known as
Belgica, Belgian Apple
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
93602
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › All Sizes
Origin
Belgium
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Status
Approved
About Belgica Apple
Belgica apples are harvested in September and October, rich in dietary fiber and vitamins.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for a 100g serving of Belgica Apple are approximately as follows:
Energy: 52 kcal
Water content: 84.6 g
Protein: 0.3 g
Fat: 0.2 g
Carbohydrates: 13.8 g
Fiber: 2.4 g
Sugar: 9.5 g
Sodium: 0 mg
Potassium: 107 mg
Vitamin A: 98 IU
Vitamin C: 4.6 mg
Calcium: 4 mg
Iron: 0.3 mg
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 packaging to 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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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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