Catalyst Activated Carbon for
Fresh Produce (Trade Name: VegiFine®)
- Item No.
- VF
Controlled Atmosphere Preservation Using Carbon
VegiFine® is a catalyst-modified activated carbon developed for preserving the freshness of fruits, vegetables, and flowers. When simply enclosed within packaging, it creates a controlled atmosphere (CA) by removing spoilage gases, regulating humidity, and inhibiting microbial growth. This slows down ripening, discoloration, and decay. Five catalyst formulations are available to suit different produce types.
Features
- Freshness Preservation
- Adsorbs ethylene, acetaldehyde, ammonia, and other spoilage gases. Provides antimicrobial and humidity control functions to extend shelf life.
- Safe and Eco-Conscious Design
- Uses high-performance coconut shell activated carbon with non-toxic organic catalysts. Safe for produce and reduces environmental impact.
- Application-Specific Variants
- Available in five catalyst types tailored for various fruits, vegetables, and cut flowers, supporting diverse postharvest needs.
The freshness of vegetables and fruits depends on the surrounding environment.
Degradation factors such as putrefaction gases like ethylene gas, acetaldehyde and ammonia, moisture
transpiration, low temperature injury, and fungi and bacteria, and their corresponding effects vary
depending on the fruits and vegetables.
UES' catalytic activated carbon to preserve the freshness of fruits and vegetables (Trademark:
VEGFINE®) is an activated carbon wherein highly safe organic materials were chosen for coconut shell
activated carbon with superior adsorption action, which was then impregnated with a catalyst. It
eliminates various deterioration factors for each fruit and vegetable as well as adjusts the CA
environment
Application
Ideal for freshness retention of produce and flowers. Used inside packaging during transport and storage to prevent quality degradation.
Specification Table
Freshness preservative for fruits and vegetables: "VEGFINE" product lineup
| Type | Application | Part No. | Size | Weight/piece | Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AType
|
Vegetable and Fruit A Classification
Vegetable, Fruit, Flower
Celery, cucumber, Japanese mustard spinach, shiso (perilla), carnation, banana, string beans |
VF-A30 | 30×30mm | 0.5g | 1000×8=8000 |
| VF-A40 | 30×40mm | 0.7g | 1000×8=8000 | ||
| VF-A60 | 75×60mm | 5.3g | 200×10=2000 | ||
| VF-A90 | 75×90mm | 12.1g | 100×10=1000 | ||
| VF-A120 | 75×120mm | 21.5g | 60×10=600 | ||
BType
|
Vegetable and Fruit B Classification
Vegetable, Fruit, Flower
Asparagus, tomato, chrysanthemum |
VF-B30 | 30×30mm | 0.5g | 1000×8=8000 |
| VF-B40 | 30×40mm | 0.7g | 1000×8=8000 | ||
| VF-B60 | 75×60mm | 5.3g | 200×10=2000 | ||
| VF-B90 | 75×90mm | 12.1g | 100×10=1000 | ||
| VF-B120 | 75×120mm | 21.5g | 60×10=600 | ||
KType
|
For strawberries
Fruits the mold easily
Strawberry, broccoli |
VF-K30 | 30×30mm | 0.5g | 1000×8=8000 |
| VF-K60 | 75×60mm | 5.3g | 200×10=2000 | ||
| VF-K90 | 75×90mm | 12.1g | 100×12=1200 | ||
| VF-K120 | 75×120mm | 21.5g | 60×10=600 | ||
NType
|
Only for green onions
Cut green onions, green onions with no roots
Cut green onions, green onions with no roots |
VF-N30 | 30×30mm | 0.5g | 1000×8=8000 |
| VF-N60 | 75×60mm | 5.3g | 200×10=2000 | ||
| VF-N90 | 75×90mm | 12.1g | 100×10=1000 | ||
| VF-N120 | 75×120mm | 21.5g | 60×10=600 | ||
SType
|
For shiitake mushrooms only
Tray packs
Shiitake mushrooms |
VF-S30 | 30×30mm | 0.5g | 1000×8=8000 |
| VF-S40 | 30×40mm | 0.7g | 1000×8=8000 |
We can also make products of other sizes. Please contact us for details.
