Apeel, a heavily processed plant-based edible coating, extends produce shelf life by mimicking plastic wrap. While FDA-approved and used on organic and conventional produce, its ingredients (mono- and diglycerides, citric acid) raise transparency and safety concerns. Cornucopia urges clearer labeling and questions ingredient approvals, especially for organic products. Consumers should demand transparency and support local, organic growers to reduce exposure.
https://www.cornucopia.org/2023/07/apeel-and-edible-coatings-your-questions-answered/