Desiccant is a commonly used item that is mainly used to absorb moisture and keep items dry and moisture-proof. Here are some common desiccants and their characteristics:
1.Calcium chloride desiccant.
Calcium chloride is a white powdery substance, which is a very absorbent desiccant. Calcium chloride desiccant is characterized by strong hygroscopicity, fast water absorption, and gelatinous form after water absorption. Calcium chloride desiccant is suitable for the drying of items such as marine transportation, electronic equipment, optical instruments, leather, textiles, etc.
2.Silica gel desiccant.
Silica gel is a highly reactive adsorbent material that usually appears as transparent particles. Silica gel desiccant is characterized by strong hygroscopicity, good heat resistance, and stable chemical properties, which will not react with articles and will not cause harm to the human body. Silica gel desiccant is suitable for drying food, medicine, instruments, electronic products and other items.
3.Mineral desiccant Mineral desiccant is a natural desiccant that is usually made from natural minerals such as diatomaceous earth and attapulgite clay. Mineral desiccant is characterized by strong hygroscopicity, non-toxic and harmless, and low cost. Mineral desiccant is suitable for the drying of food, medicine, cosmetics and other items.
4.Fiber desiccant.
Fiber desiccant is a desiccant made from plant fibers that has the appearance of a paper sheet with a thickness of 1mm. Fiber desiccant is characterized by strong hygroscopicity, degradable, environmentally friendly, and will not cause harm to the human body. Fiber desiccant is suitable for drying food, medicine, textiles and other items.
5.Deodorant desiccant.
Deodorant desiccant is a desiccant with the effect of hygroscopic and deodorizing double layer. It has the characteristics of fast adsorption of harmful gases, good hygroscopic performance, natural degradation, etc., and releases fragrance after playing a role. Deodorant desiccant is widely used in leather products, footwear, luggage, water cups, toys, etc.
6.Anti-mildew desiccant.
Anti-mildew desiccant is a desiccant with high anti-mildew effect. Through a unique process, anti-mold and antibacterial materials are added, which can effectively prevent the growth of mold for up to 180 days. It is widely used in warehousing and transportation packaging, such as shoes, clothing, gift boxes, bags, leather, textiles and other products that need to be mildew-proof.
The above are some common desiccant and their characteristics, different desiccant is suitable for different items and fields. When using desiccant, it is necessary to pay attention to safety issues, avoid contact with ** and eyes, and also avoid inhaling dust.