“Video depicting grape bunches treated with pesticides.”
What FACTLY found
We were unable to independently verify if the substance used for dipping the grapes is pesticide or another chemical. Nevertheless, based on available information, the process of making raisins typically involves a similar procedure of dipping grapes into a solution of dipping oil, commonly containing ethyl oleate and potassium carbonate, to remove water from the grapes. It is probable that the viral video depicts the raisin-making process
Their words, from the summary they publish with the rating.
In short
This claim spread on social media around 18 March 2024. FACTLY (India) looked into it and published its finding on 28 March 2024, 10 days later. Its rating was “MISLEADING”.
Where the claim appeared
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This check was done by FACTLY, not by DoesItStand. We list it so you can find it. Their full evidence and reasoning are in their article.