Ready –to-consume durian is being considered for local and export
markets. Minimal processing technology and increasing shelf-life with high quality
and safety of durian pulp is needed. After having been checked for ripeness, durian
was cleaned and de-shelled by practising correct hygiene and handling including the
application of good manufacturing practice (GMP). It was packed in UV sterilized
C-fine tub over-wrapped with 0.13 μm. PVC stretch film and covered with 4 ∅ 6
mm. perforations, PVC transparent rigid lid. Storing durian pulp with seed at 2 °C
and 5 °C did not show different results on changes of carbon dioxide and ethylene
gas in headspace. Firmness increase during storage may be caused by the uneven
ripeness of pulp. Colour of the pulp tended to become paler and darker yellow.
Sensory evaluation results indicated that the eating quality of the pulp was
acceptable after storing at 2 °C and 5 °C for 4 weeks. The microbial determination
results proved that it was safe for consumption.