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Cantaloupe
"Sweet and refreshing, a taste of summer in every bite."
Cantaloupe, a warm-season crop, is a popular variety of muskmelon, characterized by its orange-yellow flesh, a netted skin that turns yellow when ripe, and a sweet, juicy flavor, making it a refreshing and nutritious addition to salads, smoothies, and desserts.
Also known as
Rockmelon, Muskmelon
Botanical name
Cucumis melo
Product Details
PLU Code
94327
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Melon › All Sizes
Origin
South Asia and Africa, now widely cultivated in the United States, Europe, and Australia
Temperature
2 to 7°C (36 to 45°F)
Shelf Life
10-14 days
Status
Approved
About Cantaloupe
Cantaloupes are rich in vitamins A and C, potassium, and fiber, and are known for their high water content, making them a popular choice for hot summer days.
Nutrition Information
Cantaloupe is low in calories and rich in nutrients. A 100 gram serving of cantaloupe contains approximately 34 calories, 0.9 grams of protein, 8.1 grams of carbohydrates and 0.3 grams of fat. It is also a good source of dietary fiber, containing about 0.9 grams per 100 grams. Cantaloupe is rich in vitamins A and C, with a 100 gram serving providing about 54 micrograms of vitamin A and 36 milligrams of vitamin C. It is also a good source of potassium, containing about 475 milligrams per 100 grams.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for netted melons (cantaloupe, muskmelon), general. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
2 to 7°C (36 to 45°F)
Humidity
95%
Packaging
Breathable containers or mesh bags
Shelf Life
10-14 days
Storage Notes: Postharvest ethylene exposure shortens shelf-life and should be avoided, and melons are easily injured, so they must not be dropped and equipment should be padded. Produces significant ethylene: store apart from ethylene-sensitive produce. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 423-426.
Applies to: netted melons (cantaloupe, muskmelon), general.
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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