Bio2Coat Develops Edible Coating to Extend Fruit Shelf Life and Reduce Plastic Waste in Spain

A start-up from the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC) has developed Bio2Coat, an edible, invisible coating for fruits. * The coating extends shelf life and reduces food waste. * It is applied as a liquid via spraying or immersion, creating a protective "second skin." * The coating is made from natural ingredients, free of synthetic products and residues. * It reduces fruit mass loss by up to 50% and extends shelf life by up to 40%. * The product is biodegradable, vegan, and compatible with organic certifications. * Bio2Coat aims to launch the product in the Spanish market this year.