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Dancy Mandarin
"Sweet and tangy, bursting with juice"
The Dancy Mandarin is a popular and highly sought-after citrus variety, renowned for its deep orange skin, tender and juicy flesh, and an unparalleled sweet-tart taste experience.
Also known as
Dancy Tangerine, Dancy Mandarina
Botanical name
Citrus reticulata
Product Details
PLU Code
94451
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Tangerines/Mandarins › All Sizes
Origin
United States
Temperature
5 to 8°C (41 to 46°F)
Shelf Life
up to 4 weeks
Status
Approved
About Dancy Mandarin
With origins tracing back to the early 19th century in the United States, the Dancy Mandarin has gained widespread popularity for its peak season availability and versatility in a variety of culinary preparations.
Nutrition Information
The Dancy Mandarin is low in calories with about 44 calories per 100 grams. It contains approximately 0.8 grams of protein and 0.2 grams of fat. It has a high water content with around 87 grams of water per 100 grams.
In terms of carbohydrates, a 100-gram serving provides about 9.2 grams, with 2.3 grams being dietary fiber and 6.9 grams being sugars.
The vitamin content of Dancy Mandarin is significant, with a 100-gram serving providing about 53 milligrams of vitamin C, which accounts for about 64% of the recommended daily intake, as well as 22 micrograms of folate and 0.38 milligrams of vitamin A.
Minerals present include 19 milligrams of potassium, 15 milligrams of calcium, and 13 milligrams of magnesium per 100-gram serving. The fruit also contains antioxidant properties.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh mandarins (tangerines). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
5 to 8°C (41 to 46°F)
Humidity
95%
Packaging
Ventilated crates or containers to maintain humidity and airflow
Shelf Life
up to 4 weeks
Storage Notes: Chilling injury shows as peel pitting followed by more decay, and late-season fruit are prone to stem-end rind breakdown linked to excessive water loss. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 405-407.
Applies to: fresh mandarins (tangerines).
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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