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Natural and Safe Dehydrating Solution

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The Moisture Grabber is a dehydrating bag specifically designed for the leather goods market to eliminate quality issues associated with excess moisture in packaging. Preventing mold growth ensures that product quality remains intact even during long-term storage or sea transport in containers. The Moisture Grabber is manufactured in Italy, contains no fungicides, and does not emit any chemical substances.

Disidratante Naturale

Natural Activated Clay The dehydrating clay is a calcium bentonite that naturally adsorbs and traps moisture, removing it from the environment in which it is placed. The clay used in the Moisture Grabber complies with technical standards DIN 55473, MIL 3464E, NFH00320.

The dehydrating clay is identified by CAS number 1302-78-29. The dehydrating clay in the Moisture Grabber is a natural mineral quarry product, thus exempt from REACH registration obligations under Article 2, paragraph 7, letter (b). Besides being exempt from registration, the clay is a non-hazardous substance, free of SVHC substances, or any with PBT or vPvB classification, so there’s no need for exposure assessments or use communications along the supply chain.

Printing is done with inks suitable for food packaging, using typographic technology to ensure maximum readability, making the Moisture Grabber suitable for high-end products. The information on the bag is printed in Italian, English, Japanese, French, German, and Spanish.

The packaging allows a view of the natural desiccant inside the bag without releasing dust from the desiccant. The selected non-woven fabric is food-safe and classified as Type B (low dust release) according to DIN 55473 technical standards.

The number of dehydrating bags to use should be determined based on the product to be protected, the volume and type of chosen packaging, and the desired shelf life. Pay particular attention to the water vapor permeability of the packaging to be used.

How to Prevent Mold on Shoes

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The Source of the Problem

The moisture naturally present in leather, combined with that from the manufacturing process (e.g., water-based adhesives), can cause excess moisture to accumulate inside the packaging, creating an environment conducive to mold growth.

Excess moisture may also cause a loss of leather sheen, forming a dull layer over the shoe’s surface. Finally, mold growth is almost always accompanied by a bad odor that permeates the shoes.

Products most prone to these issues are:

  • Shoes;
  • Leather goods;
  • Leather bags;
  • Hygroscopic materials.

Mold can also develop on entirely synthetic materials when favorable conditions (humid heat) are present.

The Solution

Anti-mold clay bags absorb moisture from their surroundings, removing the key factor that allows fungal spores to thrive.

This solution is simple, easy to implement, and, most importantly, safe for end users and operators.

These dehydrating bags do not release any chemicals into the packaging. Being a natural, non-labeled desiccant compliant with all safety regulations, they can be safely used even in packaging that will eventually reach consumers.

Removing moisture completely eliminates the conditions that cause mold growth, regardless of the strain. Commercial anti-fungal cards, which use synthetic products, may not offer complete action and allow mold to grow due to unremoved moisture in the packaging.

Advantages of a Natural Solution

The desiccant does not release chemicals and does not alter the leather’s scent. No chemicals are released that could affect the leather’s sheen, and there are no potentially hazardous chemicals. Mold growth is inhibited by removing excess moisture, not by using chemical fungicides.

Precautions Regarding Hygroscopic Materials

An essential aspect when addressing mold issues in leather goods packaging is to ensure that all hygroscopic elements (such as paper and cardboard) are dry and stored in conditions that prevent excess moisture accumulation. Most moisture inside packaging usually originates from the cardboard box. Properly stored packaging elements greatly reduce the amount of desiccant needed.