The liquid nanocomposite coatings can be sprayed or brushed on high-value fruits like mango and papaya to prolong post-harvest shelf life. The edible coatings are developed from bio-materials extracted from pineapple crown leaves, mango peel and nata de coco.
Patent Number / Registration Number: 1-2012-000390
Status of Application: On – going
Researcher / Inventor:
Ms. Eden P. Sumalapao
Dr. Veronica C. Sabularse