Organic
Onion
"Adding flavor to dishes worldwide"
Onions are a fundamental ingredient in many cuisines, known for their strong flavor, versatility in cooking, and health benefits
Also known as
Bulb Onion, Common Onion
Botanical name
Allium
Product Details
PLU Code
94660
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Onions › All Sizes
Origin
Central Asia
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
6-9 months
Status
Approved
About Onion
Low in calories but rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. High water content makes them sensitive to moisture during storage
Nutrition Information
Onion is low in calories with approximately 44 kilocalories per 100 grams, it is a good source of dietary fiber with 2.6 grams per 100 grams and has a high water content of 89 grams per 100 grams. The onion contains various essential vitamins and minerals including vitamin C, vitamin K, and potassium. In one 100-gram serving, onions also provide 0.9 grams of protein, 0.4 grams of fat and 9.3 grams of carbohydrates, including 4.4 grams of sugars.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for dry bulb onions, default (HB66's main dry-onion recommendation, stated for pungent types). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
65-75%
Packaging
Jute or mesh sacks to allow for ventilation
Shelf Life
6-9 months
Storage Notes: High humidity induces rooting and warmth induces sprouting, and together they increase rot, so bulbs must be well dried and cured, kept cold and moderately dry, and protected from condensation. Highest freezing point: -0.8°C. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 436-440.
Applies to: dry bulb onions, default (HB66's main dry-onion recommendation, stated for pungent types).
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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