The importance of using safe, registered 1-MCP products

Maintaining apple quality after harvest is a key challenge in the fresh produce industry. 1-Methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) is a breakthrough technology that slows ripening by blocking ethylene activity, helping apples stay crisp and fresh during storage and transport.

However, not all 1-MCP products perform optimally. Only registered products have passed strict evaluations by independent authorities, proving their effectiveness, safety for human consumption, and compliance with local regulations.

SmartFresh™ from AgroFresh is the leading registered 1-MCP solution, trusted by growers worldwide for over 20 years. In SA, 1-MCP is widely used on key export varieties to maintain quality, extend storage life, and meet international food safety standards.

Using unregistered 1-MCP products can compromise fruit quality, legal compliance, and consumer safety. Unregulated formulations pose risks to human health, the environment, and brand reputation. As a member of CropLife South Africa, AgroFresh supports responsible stewardship and the safe, sustainable use of postharvest technologies. Choosing a registered, proven solution like SmartFresh™ is, therefore, an investment in quality, safety, and sustainability –from orchard to consumer.

Contact Peter Wood
peterwood@agrofresh.com
+27 (0) 83 709 6464

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