Organic
Grapefruit
"Nature's Sweet and Tangy Delight"
A large, yellow-pink citrus fruit with a tangy flavor and numerous health benefits.
Also known as
Torch, Pomelo, Paradise Fruit, Citrus maximus var. paradisi
Botanical name
Citrus aurantium
Product Details
PLU Code
94496
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Grapefruit › Extra Large
Origin
Grapefruits originated in the 18th century as a hybrid of orange and pomelo in the West Indies.
Temperature
12 to 15°C (54 to 59°F)
Shelf Life
up to 6 weeks
Status
Approved
About Grapefruit
The deep red variety of grapefruit is known for its sweeter and less acidic taste, with a vibrant red color.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for Grapefruit (Deep Red variety) are as follows:
Energy 42 kcal per 100 grams
Water content 91 grams per 100 grams
Carbohydrates 9.2 grams per 100 grams
Fiber 1.1 grams per 100 grams
Protein 0.9 grams per 100 grams
Sodium 0 milligrams per 100 grams
Potassium 177 milligrams per 100 grams
Vitamin A 23 micrograms per 100 grams
Vitamin C 36 milligrams per 100 grams
Folate 10 micrograms per 100 grams
Note that the exact nutritional values can vary slightly depending on factors such as ripeness, preparation method, and specific growing conditions.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh grapefruit (white and red cultivars). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
12 to 15°C (54 to 59°F)
Humidity
95%
Packaging
Specific ventilation requirements to maintain humidity and prevent mold growth; Wax coating is often applied to prevent moisture loss.
Shelf Life
up to 6 weeks
Storage Notes: Grapefruit develops chilling injury as peel pitting in cold storage and a separate postharvest pitting at warmer temperatures, so temperature control and peel coatings are the key handling points. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016). The handbook also describes 5-8°C transit/storage for promptly cooled, wax-treated fruit; the 12-15°C recommendation is not a universal chilling floor.
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 349-352.
Applies to: fresh grapefruit (white and red cultivars).
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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