# Rot-Preventing Fruit Sprays The Banana Spray-On Coating Prolongs Their Life Once Picked By Meghan Young | Published 2012-08-28 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banana-sprayon-coating References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2012/08/spray-coating-bananas-rotting.html) & [portal.acs.org](http://portal.acs.org/portal/acs/corg/content?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=ACSPILOT4HOME&node_id=84&use_sec=false&sec_url_var=region1&__uuid=c55521b1-96a4-4692-bf0a-0de278331a87) With all the preservatives people are already warned about when it comes to their fruits and vegetables, it won't be in the least surprising if the population is wary about the banana spray-on coating that has recently been developed. A healthy dose of scepticism should be used when it comes to the food industry. Nevertheless, the banana spray-on coating provides a great service that is safe for consumers, especially since it is used to coat the peel, which most people don't eat. Essentially, the banana spray-on coating delays the ripening of the fruit. Created by scientists from the Tianjin University of Science and Technology in China, is comprised of a type of hydrogel that can [keep the fruit fresh](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corbion-verdad-essence-wh100) for nearly two weeks. Dr. Xihong Li, the lead scientist, presented it at the 244th National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society in Philadelphia. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/science) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Fruit Preservation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new methods of preserving fruits to extend their shelf life and reduce waste. - **Coating Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new applications for spray-on coatings in various industries, such as food, packaging, and electronic devices. - **Sustainable Food Packaging:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design eco-friendly packaging solutions that can enhance the shelf life of fresh produce. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new technologies and techniques for preserving fruits and vegetables without the use of harmful preservatives. - **Chemical Engineering:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Research and develop new types of hydrogels and coating materials that can prolong the freshness of perishable goods. - **Packaging Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative packaging solutions that can help reduce food waste by prolonging the shelf life of fresh produce. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Food Longevity Stickers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keep-food-fresh.md) - [Plant-Based Fruit Preservers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-fruit-preserver.md) - [Freshness-Boosting Packaging Stickers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vidre.md) - [Plant-Based Cooking Films](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banana-pack.md) - [Food-Safe Sanitizer Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacteriophage-microgel-bead-spray.md) - [Banana-Inspired Shower Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-banana.md) - [Lab-Tested Natural Food Washes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cleanboss-eatcleaner.md) - [Edible Snack Skins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foodberry.md) - [Fruit Peel Lip Oils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banana-brulee-lip-oil.md)