What is the difference between perfumed pineapples and ordinary pineapples? Can pineapples be brought on board an airplane?

Usually, most of the pineapples we see on the market are ordinary pineapples, small pineapples, or jackfruits. In fact, there is also a kind of pineapple called perfumed pineapple. The perfumed pineapple tastes slightly better, with high sweetness, low acidity, and a more delicate texture. The perfumed pineapple is golden yellow in color, and the color is very colorful and appetizing. Have you ever tasted it?

Contents of this article

1. The difference between perfumed pineapple and ordinary pineapple

2. Can I bring pineapples on board?

3. Why are Thai pineapples peeled?

The difference between perfumed pineapple and ordinary pineapple

Perfume pineapples are available around April every year, while ordinary pineapples are available around March every year; the leaves of perfumed pineapples are relatively slender, while the leaves of ordinary pineapples are relatively thick and short; perfumed pineapples are golden yellow overall, while ordinary pineapples are uneven in color, alternating between yellow and green.

The serrations on the leaves of the perfumed pineapple are not obvious, but fine, while the serrations on the leaves of the common pineapple are larger.

The scented pineapple tastes slightly better, with higher sweetness, lower acidity, and a more delicate texture.

Can you bring pineapples on a plane?

Pineapples can be brought on board as long as they are within the prescribed carry-on weight range. According to the "China Civil Aviation Passenger Baggage Transportation Rules", pineapples are not prohibited from being carried on board dangerous goods, nor are they items with strong pungent odors or fruits with strong odors, so they can be brought on board.

According to civil aviation regulations, durian and jackfruit are generally considered items with strong pungent odors or fruits with heavy odors, and are strictly prohibited from being carried on board aircraft.

Under normal circumstances, pineapples are common fruits and can be carried on board an airplane as long as they are packaged intact.

Why are Thai pineapples peeled?

The reason why pineapples are peeled is that they are smaller in size, and the merchants think that peeling them makes it easier for consumers to buy them. When buying Thai pineapples, be sure to open the bag to see if they are spoiled. If there is a strange smell, it is not recommended to buy them. Peeled pineapples do not need to be soaked in salt water after purchase, and can be eaten directly.

Although Thai pineapples are quite sweet, they still taste a little sour.

In fact, you can also see unpeeled pineapples on the Internet and in the market, but they may be relatively rare.