Organic
Deep Red Grapefruit
"Nature's Blush Delight"
A juicy, sweet and tangy citrus fruit, known for its vibrant pink to deep red flesh and zesty flavor profile.
Also known as
Rubie Grapefruit
Botanical name
Citrus aurantium
Product Details
PLU Code
94287
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Grapefruit › Large
Origin
Americas and the West Indies
Temperature
12 to 15°C (54 to 59°F)
Shelf Life
up to 6 weeks
Status
Approved
About Deep Red Grapefruit
Native to Barbados and widely cultivated in the Americas, Deep Red Grapefruit is rich in Vitamin A and C, making it a popular breakfast and snacking choice.
Nutrition Information
Deep Red Grapefruit is a nutrient-rich fruit. It contains water, carbohydrates, fibre, protein, and various essential vitamins and minerals.
Per 100 grams serving of Deep Red Grapefruit, it contains approximately 91 grams of water, 9 grams of carbohydrates, 0.5 grams of fibre, 0.8 grams of protein, and negligible amount of fat.
It is also a good source of vitamins A and C, with 59 micrograms and 34 milligrams per 100 grams respectively. Other vitamins present in Deep Red Grapefruit include vitamin B6 and folate.
Minerals present in Deep Red Grapefruit include potassium with approximately 132 milligrams per 100 grams. Other minerals present are iron, magnesium, and phosphorus.
Deep Red Grapefruit contains antioxidants, flavonoids, and carotenoids, which provide health benefits against various diseases.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh grapefruit (white and red cultivars). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
12 to 15°C (54 to 59°F)
Humidity
95%
Packaging
Well-ventilated, breathable containers or bags to prevent moisture accumulation
Shelf Life
up to 6 weeks
Storage Notes: Grapefruit develops chilling injury as peel pitting in cold storage and a separate postharvest pitting at warmer temperatures, so temperature control and peel coatings are the key handling points. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016). The handbook also describes 5-8°C transit/storage for promptly cooled, wax-treated fruit; the 12-15°C recommendation is not a universal chilling floor.
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 349-352.
Applies to: fresh grapefruit (white and red cultivars).
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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