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Bosc Pear
"Experience the unique blend of sweet and tanginess in every bite"
Bosc Pear, known for its elegant shape and long neck, features a brown skin with soft, yet crunchy texture, containing sweet and slightly tangy flesh, ideal for fresh consumption, cooking and baking.
Also known as
Beurre Bosc, Kaiser Pear
Botanical name
Pyrus
Product Details
PLU Code
94413
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Pears › Large
Origin
Originated from Buix, France in the early 19th century, the Bosc Pear variety is largely grown in the United States, Europe and in growing regions around the world
Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Shelf Life
Not established
Status
Approved
About Bosc Pear
Pyramidal in shape, often used for dessert dishes. Mainly cultivated in US states of Washington, Michigan, New York, California, plus China and India.
Nutrition Information
A medium-sized Bosc pear typically weighing around 170 grams contains 62 calories, 0.2 grams of fat, 15.6 grams of carbohydrates, 4.6 grams of dietary fiber, 0.4 grams of protein, 7 milligrams of calcium, 1 milligram of iron, 12 milligrams of potassium, and 6% of the daily recommended intake of vitamin C.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for 'Bosc' and 'Comice' 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
ventilated polybags or plastic wrapping with microperforations to maintain humidity and prevent moisture accumulation
Storage Notes: Bosc and Comice are moderately ethylene sensitive and highly susceptible to core breakdown, so harvest at optimum maturity and rapid precooling before storage are essential. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 471-480.
Applies to: 'Bosc' and 'Comice' pears.
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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