Carton net weights range from 18.2 to 22.7 kilograms with between three and five fruits per carton. Wrapping the peduncle with banana leaf or paper reportedly extends shelf life. Studies indicate that waxes can be used to increase storage life by reducing water loss, delaying splitting, and slowing the ripening process. Gibberellic acid treatments may also reduce ripening rates. Packaging Packaging is in two-piece telescopic cartons with a minimum breaking force of 275 pounds per square inch.
Ventilation is required in all four side walls.
Narrow, vertical ventilation is preferred, because round vent holes will become blocked by the fruits. However, some reports state that 4oC to 5oC can be used for two to three weeks. Ethylene treatment or presence can increase the ripening rate and advance splitting. Reports also indicate ripening can be stimulated in durians harvested between 70 percent and 80 percent maturity by dipping the fruits in an ethephon solution before they are transported to market. Because of durians high perishability, exports are made by air.