Organic
Empire Apple
"Experience the perfect blend of sweet and tart"
Sweet, crunchy, and juicy, Empire Apples are a popular variety known for their exceptional flavor and texture.
Also known as
Empire, Domastica, New York's Favorite
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
94124
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Small
Origin
New York, USA
Temperature
2 to 3°C (36 to 37°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Status
Approved
About Empire Apple
Empire Apples are a cross between the Red Delicious and McIntosh varieties, known for their bright red skin and crisp white flesh.
Nutrition Information
Empire Apple is a nutrient-rich fruit, here are its key nutrition facts per 100 grams of serving:
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 107 milligrams,
Vitamin A 0.98 micrograms, Vitamin C 4.6 milligrams, Vitamin E 0.18 milligrams, Vitamin K 4.4 micrograms, Folate 3.5 micrograms,
Copper 0.04 milligrams, Magnesium 5 milligrams, Manganese 0.07 milligrams, Phosphorus 11 milligrams.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for Empire apples (air storage). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
2 to 3°C (36 to 37°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Ventilated boxes or bags with cushioning to prevent bruising
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Storage Notes: Avoid late harvest; Empire is temperature sensitive and carbon dioxide sensitive but does not need a scald inhibitor. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 176-194.
Applies to: Empire apples (air storage).
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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