Sub-Zero Built-In Refrigeration - Manual (Page 34)

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E T H Y L E N E P R O D U C I N G F O O D S
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
E T H Y L E N E S E N S I T I V E F O O D S
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.
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.
F O O D S TO R A G E R E C O M M E N D A T I O N S