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Quince
"A flavorful and fragrant addition to sweet and savory recipes"
Quince is a golden-yellow, fragrant, and often lumpy fruit. It's frequently used to make jams, jellies, and preserves due to its astringent and tart taste, which sweetens when cooked.
Also known as
Common quince, Golden apple of the sun
Botanical name
Cydonia oblonga
Product Details
PLU Code
94447
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Quince › All Sizes
Origin
Native to parts of Asia and the Caucasus region, quince has been cultivated in many parts of the world, including Europe, Australia, and North America.
Temperature
-0.5 to 0°C (31 to 32°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Status
Approved
About Quince
Quince is a low-calorie fruit rich in dietary fiber, vitamins A and C, potassium, and antioxidants. When eaten raw, the fruit can be quite tart and astringent, often causing a puckering sensation.
Nutrition Information
Quince is a nutrient-rich fruit that provides several essential vitamins and minerals. Here are the nutrition facts for a 100 gram serving of quince:
Energy 57 kilocalories
Carbohydrates 15.3 grams
Fiber 4.5 grams
Protein 0.7 grams
Fat 0.1 grams
Water 84.6 grams
Potassium 197 milligrams
Phosphorus 17 milligrams
Magnesium 8 milligrams
Calcium 16 milligrams
Sodium 4 milligrams
Folate 5 micrograms
Vitamin C 18 milligrams
Vitamin E 0.2 milligrams
Vitamin K 4.3 micrograms
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for quince fruit. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
-0.5 to 0°C (31 to 32°F)
Humidity
90%
Packaging
Ventilated bags, boxes or baskets
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Storage Notes: Quince bruise easily despite their fuzzy skin and need careful handling; green, immature fruit scald readily in storage. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 518-520.
Applies to: quince fruit.
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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