SILICA GEL SELF-INDICATING (COARSE-BLUE)

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SILICA GEL SELF-INDICATING (COARSE-BLUE) Specification

Appearance
Blue coarse granular material

Ingredients
Silicon dioxide with cobalt chloride (indicator)

Smell
None

Shape
Irregular granules

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

Solubility
Insoluble in water and organic solvents

EINECS No
231-545-4

Purity
Typically 99+% SiO2

Shelf Life
Indefinite when properly stored

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

Ph Level
4-8 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Density
0.7 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

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

Melting Point
1600C (softens at 1200C)

Molecular Weight
Approximately 60.08 g/mol for SiO2

Refractive Rate
1.46

HS Code
28112200

CAS No
63231-67-4

Molecular Formula
SiO2nH2O

Structural Formula
Hydrated amorphous silicon dioxide structure

Grade
Industrial grade

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

Taste
Odorless and tasteless

Poisonous
NO

Physical Form
Coarse granular solid

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.