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PLU 94243

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Gooseberries

"Tangy burst of flavor"

Gooseberries are tart and slightly sweet green, yellow or red berries, highly rich in vitamin C and antioxidants

Also known as

Groose, Uva Crispa, Ribes

Botanical name

Ribes uva-crispa

Gooseberries illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

94243

5-digit code

Category

Fruits

Berries › All Sizes

Origin

Native to Europe, western Asia and Africa

Temperature

-0.5 to 0°C (31 to 32°F)

Shelf Life

3 weeks

Status

Approved

About Gooseberries

Delicate skin that's easily damaged, making handling and storage crucial to prevent spoilage. They are usually stored at a controlled atmosphere for longer shelf-life.

Nutrition Information

Gooseberries are low in calories and rich in nutrients. Here are the nutrition facts for 100 grams of gooseberries. Energy 44 kcal, Carbohydrates 10.2 grams, Fiber 4.3 grams, Sugars 6.8 grams, Protein 0.9 grams, Fat 0.6 grams, Sodium 1 milligram, Potassium 199 milligrams, Vitamin A 12 micrograms, Vitamin C 27 milligrams, Vitamin E 0.39 milligrams, Vitamin K 11.3 micrograms.

Storage & Handling

Commercial storage guidance for gooseberries. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.

Temperature

-0.5 to 0°C (31 to 32°F)

Humidity

95%

Packaging

Shallow containers, ventilation to prevent moisture accumulation

Shelf Life

3 weeks

Storage Notes: Gooseberries are relatively perishable: cool them quickly, keep them refrigerated but never sprinkled or top-iced, and watch for gray mold, which spreads rapidly when they warm up. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).

Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 306-310.

Applies to: gooseberries.

Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).

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Details

Commodity Keyberries
VarietyGooseberries
CreatedDecember 1999
Last UpdatedOctober 2026

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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