Why is durian silky? Revealing recent hot topics and scientific analysis
Recently, a topic about "threads appearing in durian pulp" has sparked heated discussions on social platforms. Many consumers said they found fiber-like filamentous structures in the pulp when purchasing durians, triggering discussions on food safety and variety characteristics. This article will analyze this phenomenon from a scientific perspective based on the hot data of the entire network in the past 10 days, and attach a ranking list of relevant hot topics.
1. Ranking of hot topics on the entire network (last 10 days)

| Ranking | topic | heat index | Main discussion platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Threads appear on durian pulp | 9,850,000 | Weibo, Douyin, Xiaohongshu |
| 2 | Summer fruit price fluctuations | 7,230,000 | WeChat, Toutiao |
| 3 | New durian dessert making | 6,150,000 | Station B, go to the kitchen |
| 4 | New quarantine regulations for imported fruits | 5,890,000 | Zhihu, financial APP |
| 5 | Durian Variety Identification Guide | 4,760,000 | Douyin, Kuaishou |
2. Analysis of the causes of durian filaments
According to popular science answers from agricultural experts on hot topics, the main reasons for the filamentous structure of durian pulp are as follows:
| type | Specific performance | scientific explanation | Is it edible? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Variety characteristics | Evenly distributed filaments | Some durian varieties (such as long-stemmed durian) have thicker pulp fibers | safe to eat |
| maturation process | localized filamentous aggregation | The pulp fiber is not fully softened during the post-ripening process. | Bad taste but harmless |
| Improper storage | Dry brown thread-like | Too low a refrigeration temperature causes fiber dehydration | It is recommended to remove it before eating |
3. Five issues that consumers are most concerned about
Based on the content of the topic discussions, the following are the focuses of recent attention among netizens:
1.Does it affect health?Experts say that the filaments formed by normal variety characteristics do not affect food safety, but the filaments produced by deterioration may contain mycotoxins.
2.How to identify the species?Jinzhen durian has less filaments, Ganyao durian has more obvious fibers, and Maosang King is somewhere in between.
3.Are prices relevant?Data shows that the price of silk durian is 15%-20% lower on average, with the exception of some high-end varieties.
4.Best way to consume it?It is recommended to separate the strands from the pulp and make durian milkshakes or baked goods.
5.Complaints and rights protection channels?The 12315 platform has received a 37% increase in related inquiries in the past week, mainly regarding the issue of substandard products.
4. Industry data perspective
| Data dimensions | specific value | Year-on-year change |
|---|---|---|
| Durian import volume (June) | 87,000 tons | +22% |
| Related complaints volume | 1,243 items | +180% |
| Short video views | 320 million times | +310% |
| Supermarket return rate | 6.8% | +4.5 percentage points |
5. Purchasing suggestions and trend predictions
1.visual identification: High-quality durian pulp should be uniformly ginger-yellow, and the filaments should be white or light yellow. Avoid choosing fruits with brown filaments.
2.Tactile test: Fresh durian pulp should be able to be easily separated, and the filaments should not feel dry or hard.
3.Industry trends: Durian prices are expected to drop by 10%-15% in the next two months, but the variety classification will be more detailed, and new packaging may appear with clearly marked fiber content.
4.Consumption tips: Keep the shopping receipt. If you find any abnormalities, you can consult the customs hotline 12360 for import batch number information.
It can be seen from this incident that consumers’ attention to food details has increased significantly, which has also pushed the fresh food industry to establish more refined quality standards. Durian is a popular seasonal fruit, and its quality controversy also reflects the standard docking problem in the localization process of imported fruits.
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