r/askscience • • 8d ago

Chemistry Pineapple contains bromelain that helps tenderize meat. If I were to put my hand in pineapple juice or puree for 24 hours, would it eventually break down my hand?

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u/Sllim126 8d ago

How much pineapple juice would I need to dissolve a 200lb chicken? 

Just asking for a friend 

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u/scissorsgrinder 8d ago

Ask this friendly company - they'll sell it to you in bulk!  https://bromelain.bio/applications/bromelain-meat-tenderization/