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FDA Cracks Down On Adulterated Mangoes: 10 Ways To Spot The Real Deal

Amid a crackdown by the FDA, 150 crates of mangoes were identified as artificially ripened. Know how to spot real and natural mangoes from fake.

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Written By: Kinkini Gupta | Updated : April 18, 2025 12:26 PM IST

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FDA Cracks Down On Adulterated Mangoes: 10 Ways To Spot The Real Deal

Summer season indicates that it's also time for ripe delicious mangoes. However, recently, there have been multiple reports of adulteration in mangoes and the usage of artificial ripening products to sell mangoes in the market. According to latest reports, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of Goa launched an intensive inspection drive to target mango wholesale units in Siolim and the Mapusa Sub Yard.

Artificially ripened mangoes are extremely bad for consumption and health. Amidst the crackdown on the sale of artificially ripened mangoes, the team thoroughly inspected 15 wholesale units and collected 28 fruit samples, including mangoes and bananas. Post inspection, the FDA found suspicious substances at two units in Mapusa, raising concerns over chemical ripening of fruits.

Reports also said that the FDA seized 180 crates of mangoes and around 450 kilograms of bananas. The samples that were seized were also sent to the laboratory for analysis to verify the use of harmful chemical residues that may cause severe health issues and risks.

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10 Steps To Spot Real Mangoes From Fake

  1. Artificially ripened mangoes tend to have a uniform color and may appear more yellow or orange than naturally ripened mangoes. They may also have a slightly shiny appearance.
  2. Artificial mangoes will have unform colour. It may be yellow or orange and have a shiny appearance.
  3. Natural mangoes will be sweet, with fruits smell.
  4. Artificial mangoes will have chemical or different and unusual odour.
  5. Artificial mangoes will feel softer and mushier.
  6. Avoid mangoes which are damaged externally damaged with bruises or spots. This happens due to the injection of chemicals.
  7. Natural mangoes will not have external blemishes.
  8. Artificial mangoes have a very bland or strange taste. Avoid them if they have an unpleasant aftertaste.
  9. Keep the mangoes in a bucket of water, if they sink, they are natural but if they float, they are artificially ripened.
  10. Mix a small amount of baking soda into water and soak the mangoes in it for 15 20 minutes. After soaking, rinse them thoroughly if their color changes during washing, it may be a sign that they've been chemically treated or artificially polished.
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