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McIntosh
"Experience a taste of classic sweetness with every McIntosh bite"
McIntosh apples are known for their tender flesh and sweet-tart flavor. They have a classic apple shape and coloration with hints of red and green, featuring prominent lenticels that give them a rustic appearance.
Also known as
McIntosh Red, Mackintosh
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
94154
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › Large
Origin
McIntosh apples originated in Dundas County, Ontario, Canada in the early 19th century.
Temperature
2 to 3°C (36 to 37°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Status
Approved
About McIntosh
McIntosh apples are prone to bruising, making proper handling crucial for maintaining their quality. They're ideal for salads, snacking, and used in making applesauce and apple cider.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for McIntosh apples are as follows.
One 150g serving of McIntosh apple contains approximately 52 calories, 0.3g of fat, 0.2g of protein, and 14.2g of carbohydrates. It also contains 2.4g of dietary fiber, 9.5g of sugars, 0.3g of sodium, 154mg of potassium, 4mg of calcium, 0.3mg of iron, and 6mg of vitamin C.
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
Ventilated packaging or bags with adequate air circulation to prevent moisture accumulation
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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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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