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PLU 94244

Organic
B. Raspberries

"A sweet and tart superfruit"

Sweet and tender black raspberries, known for their dark purple color, sweet-tart flavor, and a distinctive hollow center.

Also known as

Blackcaps

Botanical name

Rubus occidentalis

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Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

94244

5-digit code

Category

Fruits

Berries › All Sizes

Origin

Native to North America, cultivated worldwide in temperate climates

Temperature

-0.5 to 0°C (31 to 32°F)

Shelf Life

2-5 days

Status

Approved

About B. Raspberries

Black raspberries are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. They are consumed fresh, used in jams, baked goods, and desserts. They also have potential health benefits such as enhanced heart health and cancer prevention.

Nutrition Information

Raspberries are a nutrient-rich fruit, rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Here are the nutrition facts for 100 grams of black raspberries

Energy 64 kcal

Carbohydrates 14.7 grams

Dietary fiber 5.3 grams

Protein 1.2 grams

Total fat 0.8 grams

Vitamin C 32.7 milligrams

Potassium 151 milligrams

Manganese 0.7 milligrams

Copper 0.3 milligrams

Vitamin K 19.9 micrograms

Storage & Handling

Commercial storage guidance for fresh raspberries (red, yellow, purple, black). 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

90%

Packaging

Breathable clamshells or punnets

Shelf Life

2-5 days

Storage Notes: Raspberries are among the most fragile and perishable fruits, so handle them minimally and keep them at the coldest temperature possible without freezing to hold back gray mold. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).

Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 530-532.

Applies to: fresh raspberries (red, yellow, purple, black).

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

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4244B. RaspberriesRubus occidentalisAll SizesFruitsBerries

Details

Commodity Keyberries
VarietyRaspberries - Black
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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