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Identity & Botany
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Canonical name | Yuzu |
| Scientific name | Citrus junos |
| Family / Genus | Rutaceae / — |
| Produce category | Citrus |
| FSMA 204 covered? | No |
| AGROVOC URI | c_8409 |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s01_identity. External: FAO AGROVOC.
Varieties
Estimated commercial varieties: 7.
| Variety | Market share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hon Yuzu | 70% | The most common and widely cultivated Yuzu. Medium-sized, round to oblate fruit with thick, bumpy, aromatic rind. High acidity, abundant seeds. Prized for both zest and juice. |
| Hana Yuzu | 15% | Smaller fruit, often more ornamental. Thinner rind than Hon Yuzu, very aromatic. Primarily used for zest and as a garnish due to its smaller size and less juice. |
| Togei Yuzu | 5% | A specific Japanese cultivar known for good fruit quality, slightly smoother rind than Hon Yuzu, and good juice content. Often grown for commercial processing. |
| Kito Yuzu | 5% | Yuzu cultivated in the Kito region of Tokushima, Japan, renowned for its superior aroma and flavor due to specific growing conditions. Often considered a premium product. |
| Yuja (Korean Yuzu) | 3% | Korean variety of Yuzu, often slightly larger and sweeter than Japanese Yuzu, with a distinct aroma. Primarily used for making ‘Yuja-cha’ (Yuzu tea) and marmalades. Less acidic than Japanese Yuzu. |
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s04_varieties.variety_summaries.
Post-Harvest Handling
Temperature
- Chilling injury threshold: 45°F.
- Freezing point: 29.5°F. Hard limit.
- Handling urgency: 3 / 5.
Ethylene
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Production class | very_low |
| Production rate (20°C) | 0.05 ul/kg/hr typical (0.01–0.1) |
| Sensitivity class | low |
| Sensitivity threshold | 1 ppm |
| Climacteric? | No |
Agent note: Yuzu is a non-climacteric fruit and does not ripen further after harvest. Ethylene exposure can lead to accelerated senescence and decay.
Mixed-load compatibility
Compatible with most produce (non-ethylene producer, low odor)
Operational flags
- Can be top-iced? No
- Light-sensitive? No
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s07_harvest_post_harvest.
Market Intelligence
Demand
Strong growth, driven by culinary interest in high-end restaurants and home cooking
Elasticity
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price elasticity | -0.8 |
| Income elasticity | 1.2 |
| Organic premium elasticity | -1 |
Market share by variety
| Variety | Share |
|---|---|
| Common Yuzu | 95% |
| Hana Yuzu | 5% |
Pack sizes
- 5 lb case
- 10 lb case
- 20 lb case
Source: GDF v2.1.1 s09_market_intelligence.
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