Organic
Avocado
"The ultimate superfood of the modern era."
A nutrient-rich, green-skinned, and creamy-fleshed fruit highly prized for its unique health benefits and versatility in culinary uses.
Also known as
Alligator Pear, Butter Fruit
Botanical name
Persea americana
Product Details
PLU Code
94046
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Avocados › Small
Origin
Central and South America, widely cultivated in Mexico and California.
Temperature
4 to 7°C (39 to 45°F)
Shelf Life
3-4 weeks
Status
Approved
About Avocado
Rich in monounsaturated fats, vitamins, and minerals, avocados are a significant source of energy, contributing to a healthy diet.
Nutrition Information
Avocados are a nutrient-rich fruit that provide numerous health benefits when consumed. Here are the key nutrition facts of a Hass avocado:
Energy 670 kJ
Protein 3.7 grams
Fat 10.9 grams
Saturated fat 1.4 grams
Carbohydrates 8.5 grams
Fiber 7.0 grams
Vitamin C 10 milligrams
Vitamin E 1.97 milligrams
Vitamin K 26 micrograms
Folate 118 micrograms
Potassium 708 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for unripe Hass avocados (5 to 7 °C for early-season fruit, 4 to 5.5 °C for late-season fruit). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
4 to 7°C (39 to 45°F)
Humidity
85-95%
Packaging
Ventilated, breathable or ethylene-permeable bags, cartons or boxes
Shelf Life
3-4 weeks
Storage Notes: In Hass, internal chilling injury tends to appear after about four or more weeks of storage, so storing much longer is a challenge. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 216-223.
Applies to: unripe Hass avocados (5 to 7 °C for early-season fruit, 4 to 5.5 °C for late-season fruit).
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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