Shellac If Eve was to walk in a super-store and be spellbound by a shiny Apple that created all the problem , she sure will find herself picking the the apple coated with Shellac. Yes you read that right , Shellac . Almost all commercially available citrus fruits are coated with it . Most of us know of Shellac as a non - toxic polish that prevents the wood from loosing moisture. Shellac plays the same role in food industry too , it is often present in a lot of food commodities disguised as "Candy Glaze” , “ Confectionery Glaze” , “ E904“ , “ Lac resin” and more . Vegetables and fruits produce their own wax, but once harvested and processed , which usually involves rinsing and washing ; the natural wax is partially or completely removed from the surface of the fruit. This wax is of great use as it inhibits the mould growth Slows down ripening Prevents the loss of moisture from the fruit Also acts as a barrier against microbes Keeps fruit firm , fresh and plumpy In
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