Organic
Golden Delicious Apple
"Sweet and Versatile Apple for All Occasions"
A sweet and tender variety of apple known for its long shelf life and versatility in snacking, cooking and storage.
Also known as
Yellow Delicious, Golden Delicious Variety
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
94021
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Small
Origin
United States
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
3-4 months
Status
Approved
About Golden Delicious Apple
One of the most widely cultivated apple varieties in the United States, Golden Delicious apples are great for eating fresh, salads and a variety of culinary applications.
Nutrition Information
For a 100 gram serving of Golden Delicious Apple, the nutrition facts are as follows.
Energy is 52 kilocalories, carbohydrates are 13.8 grams, of which sugars are 9.5 grams and dietary fiber is 2.4 grams. It has 0.2 grams of protein and 0 gram of fat.
As for vitamins, Golden Delicious Apple contains 0.2 milligrams of vitamin C and 3 micrograms of vitamin A. Minerals include 0.1 milligrams of calcium, 0.1 milligrams of iron, and 2 milligrams of potassium.
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
Ventilated bags or boxes to maintain airflow and prevent moisture accumulation
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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