Hitachi fridge emits Vitamin C to keep frozen food fresh

Hitachi sells a number of fridges on the Japanese market that lower the oxygen density via an integrated pump.

 Hitachi announced in Japan they will
start selling the R-Y6000, a new refrigerator capable of emitting
Vitamin C to keep stored food fresh, on September 24.

The R-Y6000 additionally is eqipped
with a Vitamin C emission system that slows down the loss of
nutrients in vegetables and of DHA in fish. Hitachi also promises
that meat will keep its color longer. The company also integrated a
sterilization filter into the fridge to prevent mold.

Hitachi’s 6-door fridge has a volume
of 602 liters and will cost $3,100. 3,000 units will be produced
monthly.