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Is the wax coating on produce like apples, cucumbers and turnips considered safe?

April 26, 2017apples Coating cucumbers safe turnips wax

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Is the wax coating on produce like apples, cucumbers and turnips considered safe?

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Wax is used on produce to prevent it from drying out. This improves its safety, shelf life, appearance and quality. The waxes used on produce must actually be food-grade. This means they are edible and not harmful. However, as with any fresh produce, thoroughly wash before eating.