Preserving Freshness Naturally: Ethylene Filters And Produce Preservers by BioXTEND BioXTEND stands out in the post‑harvest industry by offering sophisticated yet user‑friendly tools to preserve produce integrity. Their Ethylene Filters are designed to actively remove ethylene gas as well as reduce bacterial and fungal spores. The filters use BioX® granules and media that are non‑invasive, non‑toxic, and organic‑friendly, approved under farming and organic regulations such as the U.S. National Organic Program and EU standards. When installed in reefer containers, trailers, cold rooms, or controlled‑atmosphere storage, the filters clean the air circulation system so produce remains fresher longer. What makes them serve as excellent produce preservers is their ability to maintain texture, color, weight and reduce premature ripening without damaging the fruit’s physiology. Key Products: From Filters to Sack Preservers BioXTEND has several product lines that embody its role as a produce preserver. The BXT100 and BXT75 cylindrical single‑use ethylene filters are designed for container or trailer use. These filters are packaged to be easy to install and replace and are calibrated for high absorption capacity so that airflow is not hindered. The BXT Shield is a single‑use ethylene absorber filter made for cargo pallets, protecting produce continuously from packing line to retail arrival. What makes BXT Shield special is its plastic‑free design, its suitability for organic produce, and its resistant properties (water, UV, tear‑resistant). Additionally, BioXTEND offers BioX® granules: very porous spheres mixed with oxidizing agents that, inside filters or modules, mop up ethylene, kill molds and bacteria, and help avoid staining or dripping in containers. These granules serve inside filters and filtration units, and their exhausted residue is safe, even usable as organic fertilizer. Filtration Units and Modules: Large‑Scale Preservation
For large volume storage and transportation, BioXTEND employs EthylGuard® series filtration units and BP12 / BP18 modules. The EthylGuard units are constructed to clean the atmosphere in large cold‑storage rooms by forcing air through the BioX media, removing ethylene and microbial agents. These units are built of quality materials, like coated stainless aluminum, and are engineered for safety, maintenance ease, and reliability over large storage volumes. Impact on Freshness, Quality, and the Supply Chain Using ethylene filters and preservatives transforms the economics and quality in the produce business. Freshness means better color, texture, firmness, and flavor. Reduced decay means lower waste and higher returns. Because BioXTEND’s solutions are organic‑friendly, eco‑safe, and generally easy to handle (single‑use filters, modules, sachets), they integrate well into existing cold chains without drastic overhaul. Growers, exporters and retailers using proper ethylene control see more predictable shelf life, fewer customer complaints, and often improved market value. By preventing spoilage early, by preserving weight and minimizing loss, these Produce Preserver pay for themselves many times over. Investing in Freshness In a time when supply chains are global and expectations for quality are high, ethylene is one of the easiest threats to overlook — yet one of the most damaging when ignored. BioXTEND’s ethylene filters, granules, modules, and filtration units represent a comprehensive response: produce preservers that are safe, effective, organic‑friendly and scalable. When used properly from packing house through transport to retail shelf, these technologies preserve not just appearance, but nutrition, flavor, and consumer confidence. Fresh produce preserved well is not just good business; it is sustainable business.
