Organic
Lime
"Adding zest to life, one squeeze at a time"
A small, round, and highly acidic citrus fruit with a vibrant green color and a robust flavor, often used in beverages, culinary dishes, and as a garnish.
Also known as
Lime, Persian lime, Tahiti lime, Bearss lime, Seedless lime
Botanical name
Citrus latifolia
Product Details
PLU Code
94048
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Limes › All Sizes
Origin
Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent, now cultivated in many tropical and subtropical regions around the world
Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Shelf Life
up to 8 weeks
Status
Approved
About Lime
Limes are a good source of vitamin C, flavonoids and other nutrients. They are usually harvested when they are mature but still green.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for limes are as follows:
Per 100 grams, limes contain 29 kcal of energy, 3 grams of carbohydrates, 0.3 grams of protein, and 0.2 grams of fat. They are relatively low in calories but rich in vitamin C, with 38.7 milligrams per 100 grams. They also contain potassium with 102 milligrams, and folate with 10 micrograms. Limes are a good source of dietary fiber with about 2.8 grams per 100 grams.
They are a source of antioxidants and various phytochemicals, such as limonene and flavonoids, and small amounts of minerals like calcium, iron, magnesium, and copper.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for limes (Persian/Tahiti and key lime). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Humidity
95%
Packaging
Ventilated boxes or bags, 1-2% O2 and 5-6% CO2 atmosphere
Shelf Life
up to 8 weeks
Storage Notes: Limes develop chilling injury as peel pitting if held below their optimum storage temperature, and stylar-end breakdown is aggravated by field heat and rough handling. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 390-391.
Applies to: limes (Persian/Tahiti and key lime).
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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