Clay Desiccants

Clay Desiccants is a naturally absorbent material that is used in industrial settings, though not as frequently as Silica Gel. Molecular Sieve desiccant is used in unique situations where moisture control is needed at extremely high temperatures. Clay is a naturally occurring absorbent granular material. Even when fully saturated, Bentonite Clay does not clump and remains dry to the touch. Absorbent up to 120A F (49A C), this desiccant is most effective at 77A F (25A C) and can absorb up to 50% of its weight in moisture. When temperatures rise above 120A F (49A C), Bentonite Clay releases the moisture it has absorbed back into the air. As a result, this desiccant can be reactivated to be reused many times.


Maxsorb* Clay desiccant pouches, sachets, bags made from Bentonite [montmorillinite] clay which has a special affinity for moisture. Clay is a good basic desiccant that works satisfactorily below 120F (approximately 50C). It contains a highly activated, chemically inert and non-corrosive desiccant which absorbs moisture vapor through the capillary action of adsorbent particles without changing the physical shape of the particles or the bag. Its stable dehydrating ability is close to traditional silicon gel desiccant in all kinds of humidity.

Compared to other two kinds of desiccants, clay desiccant is the least expensive one. packaging, which holds in dust better than other packaging material choices, tends to be the