Organic
Granny Smith
"Known for its green skin and tart taste"
Granny Smith is a popular green apple variety known for its tart flavor and crisp texture
Also known as
Green Apple
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
94017
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Large
Origin
Originated in Australia, now grown in many parts of the world
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
3-4 months
Status
Approved
About Granny Smith
Malus domestica, a cross of the Braeburn and Golden Delicious varieties
Nutrition Information
Granny Smith apples are a nutrient-rich fruit, providing essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. One medium-sized Granny Smith apple, weighing approximately 150 grams, contains the following nutrition facts per serving:
Energy 222 kJ, Carbohydrates 23.5 grams, Fiber 4.4 grams, Sugars 16.3 grams, Protein 0.3 grams, Fat 0.5 grams, Sodium 0 milligrams
Vitamins: Vitamin C 10 milligrams, Folate 3 micrograms, Vitamin K 4 micrograms, Niacin 0.2 milligrams, Riboflavin 0.03 milligrams, Pantothenic acid 0.3 milligrams, Vitamin B6 0.1 milligrams
Minerals: Potassium 154 milligrams, Manganese 0.1 milligrams, Copper 0.03 milligrams, Phosphorus 10 milligrams, Magnesium 7 milligrams, Calcium 6 milligrams, Iron 0.2 milligrams, Zinc 0.05 milligrams.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for Granny Smith apples (air storage). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Ventilated cardboard cartons or bags to maintain humidity
Shelf Life
3-4 months
Storage Notes: Granny Smith is intolerant of carbon dioxide in storage. 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: Granny Smith apples (air storage).
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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