Organic
Carrots
"Nature's crunchy snack, rich in vitamins."
Crunchy and sweet, carrots are a popular root vegetable rich in nutrients and antioxidants.
Also known as
orange root, rabbit food, Danver's half-long
Botanical name
Daucus carota
Product Details
PLU Code
94562
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Carrots › All Sizes
Origin
Carrots originated in Europe and Asia over 1,000 years ago, with evidence of cultivation dating back to the 10th century.
Temperature
0 to 1°C (32 to 34°F)
Shelf Life
7-9 months
Status
Approved
About Carrots
Carrots come in various shapes and colors, with orange being the most commonly consumed. They are a cool-season crop, requiring moderate temperatures to grow.
Nutrition Information
Carrots are a nutrient-rich vegetable, here are the nutrition facts for 100 grams of carrots
Energy 41 kilocalories
Protein 0.9 grams
Fat 0.2 grams
Carbohydrates 9.6 grams
Fiber 2.9 grams
Sugar 4.7 grams
Sodium 69 milligrams
Potassium 320 milligrams
Calcium 33 milligrams
Magnesium 12 milligrams
Vitamin A 334 micrograms
Vitamin K 21 micrograms
Folate 19 micrograms
Vitamin C 3.6 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for mature topped carrots (general storage recommendation). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0 to 1°C (32 to 34°F)
Humidity
98-100%
Packaging
Breathable, moisture-resistant packaging
Shelf Life
7-9 months
Storage Notes: Keep carrots as cold as possible without freezing and at very high humidity to prevent decay, sprouting and loss of crispness, and keep them away from ethylene, which makes them bitter. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Highest freezing point: -1.2°C. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 264-267.
Applies to: mature topped carrots (general storage recommendation).
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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