At Protective Packaging Corporation, we make and sell silica gel desiccant bags and pouches, desiccant packs, and silica gel packets for moisture control in all sizes of packaging applications.
Silica gel desiccant packets, used as adsorbents to prevent moisture damage in product packaging, can be purchased from us in small or large quantities. Packets are available in Tyvek or Kraft bags and come in pails or drums, depending on the quantity you need.
For larger items, such as planes, helicopters, machinery, vehicles, etc. we offer many anti-moisture packaging options, such as moisture barrier bags, in any size.
No size is too big or too small – please contact us with questions
Silica Gel Desiccant Bags In Stock & Available For Purchase As Pictured Below
Choose from Tyvek or Kraft Bags in several sizes.
Half Unit Desiccant Bag Tyvek Bag MIL-D-3464 550/Pail |
Half Unit Desiccant Bag Kraft Bag MIL-D-3464 550/Pail |
1/16 Unit Desiccant Bag |
4 Unit Bag |
One Third Unit Bag of Silica Gel Desiccant Kraft Bag MIL-D-3464 700/pail |
One Third Unit Bag of Silica Gel Desiccant Tyvek Bag MIL-D-3464 700/pail |
One Unit Bag of Silica Gel Desiccant Kraft Bag MIL-D-3464 300/pail |
Tyvek Bag MIL-D-3464 150/Drum |
2 Unit Bag of Silica Gel Desiccant Kraft Bag MIL-D-3464 150/pail |
2 Unit Bag of Silica Gel Desiccant Tyvek Bag MIL-D-3464 150/pail |
4 Unit Bag of Silica Gel Desiccant Kraft Bag MIL-D-3464 500/Drum |
8 Unit Bag of Silica Gel Desiccant Tyvek Bag MIL-D-3464 300/Drum |
What is Silica Gel?
Silica gel is a granular form of silica that is made synthetically from sodium silicate. It is non-hazardous and can absorb upwards of 40% of its weight in water vapor at 100% humidity. It acts as a drying agent, preventing moisture damage in packaging applications.
A solid substance with a surface area that is extremely porous, it is capable of absorbing high levels of moisture. Silica gel has the highest moisture adsorption capacity of any commercial desiccant, making it one of the most effective ingredients for packaging products that are made to prevent corrosion during transportation and storage.
Use Moisture Barrier Bags For An Additional Level of Moisture Protection
In cases where moisture & the possibility of any type of mildew forming needs to be eliminated entirely, the use of powerful desiccants such as silica gel may not be enough. To that end, moisture barrier bags can provide the level of protection required. When moisture barrier bags are used in conjunction with silica gel, the levels of moisture can be reduced to infinitesimal levels.
The use of indicating silica gel (such as blue indicating silica gel) can also be a great help, it is a simple yet effective way to ensure that moisture levels remain at a minimum. Not only does indicating silica gel absorb surrounding moisture, it also changes colors as it does so. The more moisture the silica gel absorbs, the less effective it eventually becomes. Once it reaches its saturation point, indicating silica gel will undergo a color change, signaling it should be replaced.
Desiccant Solutions From Protective Packaging Corporation
From pharmaceutical to military grade, Protective Packaging Corporation is one of the largest distributors of desiccants in the United States. Our experts will be happy to help you determine the products that best suit your needs. Just give us a call at 1-800-644-4032 or click here.