New desiccant for grain in containers

   Clariant has introduced a new desiccant technology for containers transporting grain shipments.
   Clariant’s Container Dri II protects bulk grain for the length of the shipment to its final destination. The company’s desiccant bags absorb up to three-times their weight in moisture in a no-spill gel.
   “As the desiccant absorbs moisture, it reduces the dew point below the surface temperature, preventing condensation from forming on the walls of the container and the grain. This is particularly important as the cargo moves through changing climates,” the company explained.
   “Humidity and temperature extremes make a perfect breeding ground for molds and microtoxins, and the results can be devastating – particularly for grain shipments to distant locations,” said Justin Mueller, Clariant’s head of cargo and device protection. “With proven high performance that exceeds propionic acid, our Container Dri II desiccants protect grain shipments for the duration of their journey to ensure port-to-port quality. Not only does this avoid unnecessary waste and cost, it also helps preserve the precious nutritional value of the product.”
   Container Dri II desiccants are non-toxic and can be easily disposed of when the shipment reaches its destination, the company said. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has also determined that the films used to package Container Dri II desiccants meet requirements for contact with food and drugs.