Study: Zeolites in Ethylene Removal August 13th, 2009
Zeolite impregnated films, paper liners, and packing foam blocks are being sold or are in commercial development to market to the horticulture industry. Among the benefits promoted is the removal of ethylene from the airspace surrounding and external to packed commodities. We have evaluated several zeolite-based products or prototypes being targeted to the floriculture industry for the protection of ethylene-sensitive potted plants and cutflowers during short-term storage, transportation and distribution.
Conclusion: Potassium permanganate-based product, Ethylene Control, could be shown to remove ethylene from the enclosed air space.
Trevor Suslow, Department of Vegetable Crops
November 1997
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