Enzyme assisted degradation of surface membranes of harvested fruits and vegetables
US5037662A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 23, 1989 |
| Grant date | Aug 6, 1991 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 23, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12Y302/01015
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention discloses that the water permeability across the surface membrane of harvested fruits and vegetables can be substantially increased by treating such surfaces with a degradation enzyme. The resulting products are not only more easily dehydrated but can be used to incorporate desirable substances into the interior of the treated fruit or vegetable, such as sweeteners, stabilizers, preservatives, flavor enhancers.
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