Organic
Fragrant Pear
"Sweetness in every bite"
A sweet and fragrant fruit known for its delicate skin and juicy pulp.
Also known as
Butter Pear, Fragrant Chinese Pear
Botanical name
Pyrus
Product Details
PLU Code
94960
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Pears › All Sizes
Origin
Native to Asia, with China being the largest producer
Temperature
-1 to 1°C (30 to 34°F)
Shelf Life
12-20 weeks
Status
Approved
About Fragrant Pear
Fragrant Pear is a non-climacteric fruit, meaning it does not continue to ripen after harvest. It is highly perishable and requires careful handling to maintain its quality.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for Fragrant Pear are as follows:
Per 100 grams
Energy 57 kilocalories
Carbohydrates 14.3 grams
Dietary fiber 3.1 grams
Sugars 9.2 grams
Protein 0.4 grams
Fat 0.1 grams
Sodium 0 milligrams
Potassium 131 milligrams
Vitamin A 0 micrograms
Vitamin C 4 milligrams
Vitamin K 4 micrograms
Folate 7 micrograms
Copper 0.08 milligrams
Manganese 0.12 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for Asian (Chinese and Japanese) pears. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
-1 to 1°C (30 to 34°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Crates or boxes with good ventilation to prevent moisture accumulation
Shelf Life
12-20 weeks
Storage Notes: Asian pears lose water readily and shrivel, so high humidity must be maintained in storage. Highest freezing point: -1.5°C. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 205-209.
Applies to: Asian (Chinese and Japanese) pears.
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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