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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Quince |
| Scientific name | Cydonia oblonga |
| Family / Genus | Rosaceae / Cydonia |
| Produce category | Pome Fruit |
| Produce subcategory | Hard Pome |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| PLU — conventional | 4458 |
| PLU — organic | 94458 |
| AGROVOC URI | c_6285 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity (starter profile). External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 4.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pineapple | 40% | California heritage cultivar; tropical aroma; standard market type. |
| Smyrna | 25% | Turkish heirloom; very large fruit; classic culinary quince. |
| Orange | 20% | Round fruit with bright yellow skin; productive tree. |
| Champion | 15% | Large round fruit; tender flesh; lower astringency. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries (starter profile).
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: 31°F.
- Freezing point: 28°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 1 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_high |
| Sensitivity class | low |
| Climacteric? | Yes |
Agent note: High ethylene producer — segregate from ethylene-sensitive produce. Stores 2-3 months at 31-32°F. Almost never eaten raw; cooking required.
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest (starter profile).
Market Intelligence
Pack sizes
- 20 lb carton
- 40 lb bushel
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence (starter profile).
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