Organic
Apple (Golden Delicious)
"Taste the sunshine in every bite"
The crunchy, sweet, and juicy Golden Delicious apple variety is renowned for its tender flesh and mild flavor.
Also known as
Yellow Delicious, Golden Delicious, Malus
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
94020
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Large
Origin
United States
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
3-4 months
Status
Approved
About Apple (Golden Delicious)
Belonging to the family of Rosaceae, the Golden Delicious apple is a versatile variety often used for fresh consumption as well as cooking and juicing purposes.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition facts for Apple (Golden Delicious) per 100 grams
Energy 52 kcal
Fat 0.17g
Carbohydrates 13.81g
Fiber 2.4g
Sugar 9.5g
Protein 0.26g
Sodium 0mg
Potassium 107mg
Vitamins A and C
Vitamin A 98 IU
Vitamin C 4.6mg
Vitamin K 4.4mcg
Folate 3.5mcg
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for Golden Delicious 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
Breathable or vented packaging, pallets should be overwrapped or shrouded
Shelf Life
3-4 months
Storage Notes: Golden Delicious shrivels faster than other varieties because of breaks in the cuticle. 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: Golden Delicious apples (air storage).
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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