Is it safe to eat fruit with wax on it? Here’s what you need to know
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According to the FDA, food-grade wax coatings on fruits and vegetables are considered safe for human consumption. So, is it safe to eat fruit with wax on it? This practice is used to replace the fruit's natural protective layer lost during washing, and the tiny amount of edible wax simply passes through the body without being absorbed.
