Code of good irradiation practice - Part 6: Bananas, mangoes and papayas for shelf-life extension (Second revision)
This Malaysian Standard describes the code of good irradiation practice for the following fresh tropical fruits (including their varieties and cultivars); banana (Musa spp. and hybrids), mango (Mangifera indica L.) and papaya (Carica papaya L.).
The purpose of irradiation of banana, mango and papaya fruits is to extend the normal shelf-life by delaying their ripening. Other possible effects of irradiation, such as reduction of spoilage microorganisms or insect disinfestations, may be secured, but are not the primary purpose of irradiation, as covered in this standard.
