DESICCANTS - Mil-D-3464
A desiccant is a substance that absorbs water vapor from the air. Typically used in the packaging industry, desiccants are used to eliminate the harmful humidity that could potentially degrade or even destroy products that are sensitive to moisture. The most commonly used desiccants include:
Proper protection from moisture is important. To that end, combining our moisture barrier bags with a desiccant is one of the most efficient ways to protect your goods. No matter how effective a moisture barrier bag may be, there is always a possibility that a minute amount of moisture may seep in. The use of desiccants is a smart preventive measure for added protection.
Considering the sensitivity of their equipment, it's no surprise that the United States military places an emphasis on proper protection and packaging. To eliminate the risks of corrosion, specific moisture barrier bags are extremely effective as are military grade desiccants. Moisture barrier bag is exactly what its name implies: a sealed bag made of a material that keeps moisture out.
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