Organic
Apple
"Nature's candy, in every bite"
Fresh, crunchy, and juicy, Criterion apples are known for their sweet and slightly tangy flavor, making them perfect for snacking, salads, and cooking.
Also known as
Malus domestica, Table apple, Dessert apple
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
94115
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Large
Origin
Eastern Europe, Western Europe, and the United States
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Status
Approved
About Apple
Criterion apples are a non-organic variety, suitable for mass production. They have a medium to large size and a red skin with green highlights.
Nutrition Information
Apple is a nutrient-rich fruit providing several essential vitamins and minerals. Here's a breakdown of the nutrition facts for one medium-sized Criterion apple, approximately 150 grams:
Energy: 52 kilocalories
Protein: 0.3 grams
Fat: 0.2 grams
Carbohydrates: 13.8 grams
Fiber: 2.4 grams
Sugar: 9.5 grams
Sodium: 0 milligrams
Potassium: 154 milligrams
Vitamin C: 4.6 milligrams, approximately 10% of the Daily Value
Vitamin K: 4.4 micrograms, approximately 6% of the Daily Value
Folate: 3.5 micrograms
Manganese: 0.2 milligrams, approximately 10% of the Daily Value
Antioxidants and phytonutrients: Quercetin, catechins, chlorogenic acid, and anthocyanins
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
cardboard boxes or RPC’s lined with polyethylene film bags or plastic wrappers
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Storage Notes: Cool apples rapidly after harvest; the effects of slow cooling become more apparent the longer the fruit are stored. 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: apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety).
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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