SILICA GEL SELF-INDICATING (COARSE-BLUE)

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SILICA GEL SELF-INDICATING (COARSE-BLUE) Specification

Molecular Weight
Approximately 60.08 g/mol for SiO2

Molecular Formula
SiO2nH2O

Appearance
Blue coarse granular material

Melting Point
1600C (softens at 1200C)

HS Code
28112200

Poisonous
NO

EINECS No
231-545-4

Solubility
Insoluble in water and organic solvents

Shelf Life
Indefinite when properly stored

Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture

Taste
Odorless and tasteless

Refractive Rate
1.46

Ingredients
Silicon dioxide with cobalt chloride (indicator)

CAS No
63231-67-4

Properties
Color changes from blue to pink as it absorbs moisture indicating saturation

Usage
Place in enclosed spaces to absorb moisture; often used in electronics pharmaceuticals and food packaging

Structural Formula
Hydrated amorphous silicon dioxide structure

Ph Level
4-8 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Application
Used as a desiccant for drying and moisture control in packaging storage containers and industrial processes

Purity
Typically 99+% SiO2

Smell
None

Grade
Industrial grade

Density
0.7 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Physical Form
Coarse granular solid

Shape
Irregular granules

About SILICA GEL SELF-INDICATING (COARSE-BLUE)

SILICA GEL SELF-INDICATING (COARSE-BLUE) is an industrial-grade desiccant in the form of irregular granules with a blue coarse granular appearance. This odorless and tasteless silica gel, composed of Silicon dioxide with cobalt chloride, is renowned for its efficiency in absorbing moisture. Its color changes from blue to pink as it reaches saturation, providing a visual indicator for replacement. With a pH level of 4-8 and a refractive index of 1.46, it is widely used in electronics, pharmaceuticals, and food packaging to control moisture levels effectively. Stored properly, this product has an indefinite shelf life, making it a reliable choice for various industrial processes and storage applications.