Organic
Bosc Pear
"Gourmet Winter Delight"
Famous for its elegant shape, long neck and rich, sweet flavor, Bosc pear is a popular choice among fruit lovers, chefs and bakers alike
Also known as
Beurre Bosc, Kaiser Alexander pear, Kaiser, Beurre Bosc pear
Botanical name
Pyrus
Product Details
PLU Code
94026
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Pears › Small
Origin
Belgium and France, then became popular in North America and Australia
Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Shelf Life
Not established
Status
Approved
About Bosc Pear
Bosc pears have a thick, edible skin, a dense and crisp texture, which may cause the sugar level to be at the high end when ripe. Bosc pears are less well-suited for snacking and cooking due to its texture; however, they work well in baking and poaching.
Nutrition Information
Bosc Pear is low in calories and rich in nutrients. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, one medium-sized Bosc Pear weighing about 172 grams contains the following nutrients:
Energy 240 kJ
Protein 0.6 grams
Fat 0.2 grams
Carbohydrates 27.1 grams
Fibers 5.7 grams
Sugar 16.1 grams
Sodium 0.2 milligrams
Potassium 212 milligrams
Vitamin A 1.9 micrograms
Vitamin C 4 milligrams
Vitamin K 4.2 micrograms
Folate 16.4 micrograms
Copper 0.23 milligrams
Phosphorus 18 milligrams
Manganese 0.22 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for 'Bosc' and 'Comice' pears. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Humidity
90-94%
Packaging
Ventilated bags or boxes to prevent moisture buildup
Storage Notes: Bosc and Comice are moderately ethylene sensitive and highly susceptible to core breakdown, so harvest at optimum maturity and rapid precooling before storage are essential. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 471-480.
Applies to: 'Bosc' and 'Comice' pears.
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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