The papayas were selected on the basis of size, color, and the absence of mechanical damage. The fruits were washed with neutral detergent under running water. They were then sanitized for 10 min at 5 C in a solution of NaDCC with 200 mg/L of active chlorine, placed on paper towels for 10 min to remove excess solution, and kept in a refrigerated chamber at 12 C for 12 h