Stopping Mold and Corrosion in Export Shipments with Biodegradable Desiccants
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Stopping Mold and Corrosion in Export Shipments with Biodegradable Desiccants
Long ocean transits mean temperature swings and condensation. See how switching to Micro-Pak® Dri Clay® kraft desiccants protects cargo while removing plastic from secondary packaging.
Overview
Goods shipped overseas face weeks of temperature and humidity changes inside containers, which can cause condensation, mold and corrosion. This application study shows how a shipper can protect products with natural clay desiccants in biodegradable kraft packets from ECO MDS.
The Challenge
Moisture damage can lead to rejected shipments, returns and unhappy customers. Many shippers use silica gel or calcium chloride packs wrapped in plastic film, which adds to the plastic waste their customers have to dispose of.
- Reliable moisture protection through long transit times
- An alternative to plastic-wrapped desiccant packs
- Packet sizes that fit inside secondary packaging
- A product their customers can dispose of responsibly
The goal: keep cargo dry while removing plastic from the packaging customers receive.
Implementation Highlights
- Moisture risk reviewed by product and route
- Packet size matched to carton volume
- Plastic-wrapped packs replaced with kraft paper packets
- Packets added to secondary packaging
- Samples tested on trial shipments
The Solution
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Review the moisture risk
ECO MDS helps look at the products, packaging and shipping routes to estimate how much moisture protection each carton needs.
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Switch to natural clay
Plastic-wrapped packs are replaced with Micro-Pak® Dri Clay® kraft desiccants, made from all-natural clay in biodegradable kraft paper.
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Test, then roll out
Trial shipments confirm the right packet size and quantity before the switch is made across all outbound orders.
The Impact
Cartons now travel with natural clay desiccants designed to absorb moisture and help prevent mold and corrosion in transit. The packets are paper rather than plastic, so customers receive less plastic waste with every order.
Product details as listed on the ECO MDS product page. Sizing depends on package volume and transit conditions; ask our team for guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many desiccant packets do I need per carton?
It depends on the carton volume, the product and the transit time and climate. ECO MDS can help you size packets and run a trial shipment.
Are clay desiccants better than silica gel?
Natural clay desiccants are a strong choice for packaged goods in transit, and Dri Clay® packets use biodegradable kraft paper instead of plastic film.
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