How Long Can Shatang Mandarin Oranges Be Stored? A Detailed Guide to Storage Time

At room temperature, Shatang mandarin oranges can generally be kept for about 10 days, while refrigerated storage in the fridge can keep them for about 20 days. If the quantity of Shatang mandarin oranges is relatively small, they can be placed directly in the refrigerator for cold storage at a temperature of around 4°C; if the quantity is larger, they can be stored in wooden boxes or bamboo baskets.

The temperature in a refrigerator crisper drawer is mostly around 4°C. At this temperature, the respiration of the oranges is relatively weak, so the consumption of nutrients is relatively small, and the oranges will not be frostbitten, let alone produce harmful substances that could cause food poisoning. In addition, the humidity in the refrigerator is relatively high, which can prevent the oranges from losing too much water and having their taste deteriorate. Generally, in places close to the production areas such as Sichuan and Chongqing, citrus can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 months, while oranges transported to the north can be stored in the refrigerator for about 1 month because they are inevitably bumped and bruised during transport.