Organic
Pears (Bartlett/Williams/WBC)
"Sweet and succulent, a classic fruit delight"
A delicious and juicy fruit, pears are a popular variety of stone fruit with a smooth, buttery texture and sweet flavor.
Also known as
Butter pear, Williams' pear, Bartlett pear, Western Bartlett pear, Winter Nelis
Botanical name
Pyrus
Product Details
PLU Code
94409
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Pears › Large
Origin
Originated in Europe and Asia, now cultivated worldwide, with major producers including China, Argentina and the United States of America.
Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Shelf Life
Not established
Status
Approved
About Pears (Bartlett/Williams/WBC)
They can be enjoyed fresh or used in a variety of culinary applications, including baking, poaching and pressing for juice and cider.
Nutrition Information
Pears are low in calories and rich in nutrients. The nutrition facts for a 100-gram serving of pears are as follows.
Energy is 57 kcal.
Protein is 0.4 grams.
Fat is 0.1 gram.
Carbohydrates are 14.3 grams, including 9.2 grams of natural sugars and 4.6 grams of dietary fiber.
Sodium is 1 milligram, and potassium is 116 milligrams.
Pears are also rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C at 4.6 milligrams, vitamin K at 4.4 micrograms, and folate at 12 micrograms in each 100-gram serving.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for 'Bartlett' pears. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Humidity
90-94%
Packaging
Well-ventilated packaging or boxes to prevent moisture accumulation
Storage Notes: Bartlett is the most ethylene-sensitive pear and develops dry texture and inferior flavor if held at intermediate cool temperatures instead of just below freezing; it is also highly susceptible to core breakdown. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 471-480.
Applies to: 'Bartlett' pears.
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
Search PLU Codes
Tags
Details
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
Similar Products
Other pears varieties you might be interested in
Need More Information?
Access our comprehensive database with AI-powered features for detailed produce information, personalized recommendations, and more.