Organic
McIntosh Apples
"Classic Canadian Apples"
McIntosh Apples are a classic Canadian variety, tender, juicy and bursting with a sweet-tart flavor.
Also known as
Mac, McIntosh Red, Mac Red
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
94152
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Small
Origin
Canada
Temperature
2 to 3°C (36 to 37°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Status
Approved
About McIntosh Apples
Discovered by John McIntosh in 1811, known for their soft flesh and tangy taste, great for eating fresh, salads and cooking.
Nutrition Information
One large McIntosh apple, approximately 150 grams, contains
Energy: 63 kilocalories,
Carbohydrates: 16.84 grams,
Fiber: 3.9 grams,
Sugar: 11.88 grams,
Protein: 0.12 grams,
Fat: 0.28 grams,
Sodium: 0.1 milligrams,
Potassium: 154 milligrams,
Vitamin A: 3 micrograms,
Vitamin C: 6.8 milligrams.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for McIntosh 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
Not damaged, clean and dry containers, or bags with holes for ventilation
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Storage Notes: Cool McIntosh promptly: a 1-day delay at warm temperature before cooling costs 7 to 10 days of storage life. 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: McIntosh 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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