*3.1. Nanoemulsion*

The results obtained for the emulsion showed a particle size of 94 ± 8 nm and a zeta potential (ζ) of −106 ± 5 mV, indicating excellent droplet size and stability against phase separation, in addition to translucent appearance, characteristics that are suitable for it to be considered a nanoemulsion [8].

## *3.2. Weight Loss*

Figure 1a shows the result obtained for weight loss in avocado fruits. Significant di fferences (*p* < 0.05) between the treatments were observed. The control (C) fruits lost 9.81 ± 1.93% weight after 10 days as compared with the 2.31 ± 0.18%, 2.13 ± 0.99% and 2.26 ± 0.62% weight loss of fruits coated with nanoemulsion CN, N50 and N25, respectively; maintaining this behavior until the end of the analysis.

**Figure 1.** (**a**) Result for the percentage of weight loss in avocado. (**b**) Result for firmness in avocado. The results are expressed as means ± standard deviation. N = Newtons. - = C, - = N25, = N50, - = CN.
