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PLU 94428

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Japanese Persimmon (Kaki)

"Nature's candy: sweet, crunchy and nutritious!"

A sweet and tangy fruit with a vibrant orange hue, often eaten raw or used in salads, Japanese Persimmon is a staple in many Asian cultures.

Also known as

Kaki, Sharonfruit

Botanical name

Diospyros

Japanese Persimmon (Kaki) illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

94428

5-digit code

Category

Fruits

Persimmon › All Sizes

Origin

Native to Asia, with significant production in China, Japan, Korea and the United States

Temperature

-1 to 1°C (30 to 34°F)

Shelf Life

3 months

Status

Approved

About Japanese Persimmon (Kaki)

Typically harvested in the fall season, this non-astringent variety is firm but yields to pressure, and has a sweet flavor profile.

Nutrition Information

Japanese persimmon is low in calories and rich in nutrients. One 100-gram serving of Japanese persimmon contains approximately 70 calories. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber, providing around 2.6 grams per 100 grams of fruit. Japanese persimmon is also rich in vitamins, particularly vitamin A and vitamin C, providing 10-20 percent of the daily recommended intake per 100 grams.

In terms of mineral content, Japanese persimmon is a good source of potassium, containing around 180 milligrams per 100 grams. It is also rich in manganese and copper, providing around 7-10 percent of the daily recommended intake per 100 grams.

Here are some key nutrition facts for Japanese persimmon:

Energy 70 kcal

Carbohydrates 17.5 g

Fiber 2.6 g

Protein 0.8 g

Fat 0.2 g

Vitamin A 123 mcg

Vitamin C 7.5 mg

Potassium 180 mg

Manganese 0.9 mg

Copper 0.2 mg

Storage & Handling

Commercial storage guidance for persimmons (Diospyros kaki), general. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.

Temperature

-1 to 1°C (30 to 34°F)

Humidity

90-95%

Packaging

Cartons/ plywood boxes or corrugated cardboard cases with a breathable lining; Ethylene gas absorbent on wood pulp tray or corrugated paper absorbent pads.

Shelf Life

3 months

Storage Notes: Persimmons are very sensitive to ethylene, which speeds softening, so ethylene should be removed or excluded from transport and storage areas. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Highest freezing point: -2°C. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).

Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 487-490.

Applies to: persimmons (Diospyros kaki), general.

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

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4428Japanese Persimmon (Kaki)DiospyrosAll SizesFruitsPersimmon

Details

Commodity Keypersimmon
VarietyJapanese/Sharonfruit (Kaki)
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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