Organic
Kiwi
"Nature's ready-to-eat vitamin bomb"
A small, furry, and oval-shaped fruit with bright green pulp and tiny black seeds, known for its sweet-tart taste and refreshing crunch.
Also known as
Chinese gooseberry, Kiwifruit, Kiwiberries
Botanical name
Actinidia chinensis deliciosa
Product Details
PLU Code
94030
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Kiwifruit › All Sizes
Origin
Native to China, now widely cultivated in New Zealand, Italy, and other countries.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
4-5 months
Status
Approved
About Kiwi
Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, kiwi is often eaten raw in salads, desserts, or as a healthy snack, and also used in juices, smoothies, and baked goods.
Nutrition Information
Kiwis are a nutrient-rich fruit, here are their key nutrition facts per 100 grams serving. Energy value is 61 kilocalories, carbohydrates 14.7 grams, of which sugars 8.6 grams and dietary fiber 3 grams. Fat is 0.5 grams, protein is 1.1 grams, and water content is 84 grams. Kiwi is a good source of various vitamins and minerals including vitamin C 70 milligrams, potassium 312 milligrams, and folate 20 micrograms, representing significant percentage of the daily recommended intake values.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for kiwifruit ('Hayward' and similar Actinidia deliciosa). 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
Crates or boxes, lined with newspaper, polyethylene bags, or polystyrene trays
Shelf Life
4-5 months
Storage Notes: Kiwifruit in storage are extremely sensitive to ethylene, which causes premature softening, so keep them away from ethylene-producing products and remove ethylene from storerooms. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 372-376.
Applies to: kiwifruit ('Hayward' and similar Actinidia deliciosa).
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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