Clay desiccant
Kite’s clay desiccants are used as a dehumidifier to control moisture in contained environments including pharmaceutical, medical, food, electronic components and textiles. The range of sachet sizes suit many different requirements and due to them being ready-bagged, simply just place them where required.
These natural mineral, economical desiccant sachets offer a greener alternative for moisture adsorption. The montmorillonite clay inside is non-hazardous, non-corrosive and chemically inert making them a safer option for a range of products.
Clay is the most cost-effective of all desiccants and is particularly effective below 49 degrees and below 50% humidity, able to absorb up to 28% of its weight. Once above 49 degrees either silica gel or molecular sieve desiccant would be recommended.
For a well-sealed item we recommend:
- 10 grams for every cubic foot of volume
- 340 grams per cubic metre of volume
| Environment |
Indicating silica gel |
Molecular sieve |
Clay |
Silica gel |
| Low humidity |
Fair |
Excellent |
Good |
Fair |
| High humidity |
Excellent |
Good |
Good |
Excellent |
| Low temperature |
Good |
Excellent |
Fair |
Good |
| High temperature |
Good |
Excellent |
Fair |
Good |
| Maximum temperature (degrees celcius) |
104 |
232 |
49 |
104 |
Video: Clay desiccant
What is clay desiccant and how it can be used
Our clay desiccant is made from natural, safe materials and offer a greener alternative for moisture adsorption. Ideal for a range of industries including retail, pharmaceutical, food and more, simply place your product into the package along with a sachet or two. These sachets are designed to decrease moisture in contained environments; their properties absorb and hold water to eliminate damp and corrosion.