The role of desiccant

If we look closely at food packaging, we will find that desiccants are used in many foods. Desiccant can actually effectively absorb moisture in the air and reduce the probability of food spoilage. Generally speaking, when people encounter desiccant, they often throw it away. In fact, the role of desiccant is far more than just keeping food dry.

When eating snacks, we often find small bags of desiccant in food packaging bags. Usually we throw it away, but curious people will tear it open. Sometimes there is powder inside, sometimes it is granular. What is the use of this?

In fact, the function of desiccant is very simple, that is, to reduce the humidity in food packaging bags. If it can reduce the humidity in food packaging, can it be used in other places in life? Bingo, you are right. Desiccant comes in handy in the following aspects!

1. Drying underwear

After washing and drying the underwear, we must not store it casually. After all, it is close-fitting clothes. In order to keep it clean and hygienic and avoid cross infection with other clothes, it is better to store it in a special underwear storage box!

The rainy season is coming soon. More rain will increase moisture. In order to prevent your underwear from getting damp, the desiccant you have saved at home will be of great use. Put it in the underwear storage box, two or three packs, the moisture-proof effect is very good!

In addition to rice and flour, the home also stores some cereals and beans. In order to prevent them from spoiling and getting damp, try not to store them in plastic bags. Instead, store them in special storage boxes.

At this time, you can put the desiccant in the food into the food storage box. Some people think that this is not safe and hygienic, but in fact, as long as the desiccant is not damaged, there is no problem putting it between them. Moreover, the desiccant is odorless and non-toxic and will not affect future consumption. But remember to replace the desiccant frequently!

3. Dry the phone after it gets wet

Digital products are very susceptible to moisture. Take mobile phones for example. If they are not used for a long time or are not placed in a good position, they are very easy to get damp, especially the battery. Therefore, not only should the mobile phone be stored in a dry place, but also attention should be paid to moisture-proof measures.

Find two or three packets of desiccant and put them where your mobile phone is stored. This will prevent the phone from getting damp and will not affect its use. If your phone has been damp or soaked in water, wipe it dry with a towel first, but be gentle. Add some desiccant to consolidate it after the treatment!

Scissors are prone to rust when exposed to moisture, and it is not easy to remove the rust, which affects their sharpness and makes them inconvenient to use, so daily maintenance is very important.

The food desiccant you usually have left over can be used. You can store the scissors in a storage box or a storage bag, and then put two or three packs of high-quality desiccant in it. Not only scissors, but other tools can also be protected in this way, so that rust will not happen!