Sub-Zero Built-In Refrigeration manual E T H Y L E N E, Ethylene Producing Foods

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E T H Y L E N E

FOOD STORAGE R E C O M M E N D AT I O N S

E T H Y L E N E

Some fruits and vegetables will produce ethylene, a gas that initiates the ripening process. Ethylene can cause premature ripening in some foods, while in others, it can actually cause damage.

To reduce unnecessary spoilage of your produce, do not store ethylene producing fruits and vegetables with those that are sensitive to it. Refer to the following lists.

ETHYLENE PRODUCING FOODS

apples

mangosteen

apricots

nectarines

avocados

papayas

ripening bananas

passion fruit

cantaloupe

peaches

cherimoyas

pears

figs

persimmons

guavas

plantains

honeydew

plums

kiwifruit

prunes

mamey sapote

quince

mangoes

tomatoes

ETHYLENE SENSITIVE FOODS

unripe bananas

leafy greens

green beans

lettuce

belgian endive

okra

broccoli

parsley

brussels sprouts

peas

cabbage

peppers

carrots

spinach

cauliflower

squash

chard

sweet potatoes

cucumbers

watercress

eggplant

watermelon

unripe kiwifruit

 

NOTE: Do not store ethylene producing foods with ethylene sensitive foods.

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Sub-Zero Built-In Refrigeration manual E T H Y L E N E, Ethylene Producing Foods, Ethylene Sensitive Foods