What is a PLU Code Starting with 3?
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While many shoppers assume a PLU code starting with a '3' signifies conventionally grown produce, its meaning depends entirely on the code's total number of digits. A four-digit code beginning with 3 (or 4) is for conventional items, while some five-digit codes starting with 3 have been used for irradiated products. Understanding this distinction is crucial for deciphering your grocery store's produce section.
