Organic
Onion
"Fundamental Flavors at your Fingertips"
Pungent and flavorful onion is a fundamental ingredient in various cuisines worldwide, belonging to the Allium family.
Also known as
shallots, scallions, spring onions
Botanical name
Allium
Product Details
PLU Code
94665
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Onions › Small
Origin
Middle East, Asia, or Mediterranean
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
6-9 months
Status
Approved
About Onion
Onion varieties may differ in color, size, and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Onions are very low in calories and have no fat. One medium sized onion of about 100 grams provides 44 kilocalories, 0.42 grams of fat, 9.34 grams of carbohydrates, 1.1 grams of dietary fiber, 11.8 grams of sugar, and 1.31 grams of protein. It also contains small amounts of vitamins, including 0.2 milligrams of vitamin B6 and 0.19 milligrams of folate. Mineral content includes 0.19 milligrams of manganese, 0.29 milligrams of copper, 0.35 milligrams of phosphorus, 0.29 milligrams of potassium and 0.28 milligrams of iron.
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
Breathable or ventilated packaging such as jute bags, onion bags, or mesh bags
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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