150 crates of chemical-ripened mangoes seized: How to identify

This is an every year drill, where food authorities raid the market places to seize the artificially ripened mangoes. As per the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) calcium carbide, a chemical used to ripen mangoes, has carcinogenic properties and is often used in welding. It is cheap and easily available in local markets, leading to its indiscriminate use for ripening mangoes. As per experts, the chemical has traces of arsenic and phosphorus hydride, which may result in vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, ulcers on the skin, permanent eye damage, and shortness of breath. It can also affect the neurological system. Take a look at these 8 ways to identify artificially ripened mangoes.