Kraft Desiccant Packets

Desiccants are used as a silica dehumidifier to control moisture in contained environments, including pharmaceuticals, medical, diagnostics, food, electronics, and optical industries. Made of an aluminosilicate clay compound which is a natural mineral and is more economical that silica gel. At 20% RH, Desi Pak will adsorb 50% more moisture than required by Mil-D-3464E, where as silica gel will only adsorb 3.5% more moisture than required by Mil-D-3464E. Desiccant packets are printed with non-toxic ink for FDA food packaging requirements. Desiccants are sold in unit sizes of 1/6, 1/3, 1/2, 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, and 80. The chart under the pricing is used to estimate the number of packets required for moisture protection.

What Is a Desiccant? A desiccant is a substance that removes moisture from the surrounding air. When sealed in an air-tight container, such as a plastic bag, a desiccant will produce a low humidity environment within the Poly Bags and Poly Liners.

What Is Silica Gel? Silica gel is a granular form of silica that has the ability to absorb moisture. It is the most commonly used desiccant for protecting manufactured products. It is usually packaged in small permeable packets for convenient use as a desiccant.

How to Use Silica Gel Packets? Place your item into an Anti-static Bags & Static Shielding bags, Plastic Reclosable Bags - Resealable Plastic Bag or Cellophane Bags and insert the silica pack. Seal the bag immediately. The silica gel will remove moisture from air within the package.

How to Store Silica Gel Desiccant Packs? Unused desiccant packs should be stored in an air-tight container. To preserve their effectiveness they should be kept in the case until immediately before use.

How Long Do the Desiccant Packets Last? For best results replace the desiccant packets often or if they are exposed to air for an extended time. Between uses seal the empty case with your desiccant packet inside. That will preserve the desiccant for future use.