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Top 5 Uses of Precipitated Silica

Precipitated silica, derived from quartz sand, is a crystalline form of synthetic amorphous silicon dioxide. The substance is used in various industries including rubber and plastics, oral health care, food processing, pharmaceuticals additive, and many more. Here are some of the most common uses of precipitated silica: 1. Rubber: Precipitated silica is used in manufacturing of Tires, Industrial Rubber, Silicone Rubber and Footwear. Tires manufactured using the substance provide a great mileage and enhanced performance of the vehicle. Precipitated silica extends the shelf life for uncured rubber. 2. Food: Precipitated silica is used as an anti-caking agent in the food industry. The substance is also used to optimize the flow characteristics of any food products. The substance also imparts uniformity to irregularly shaped particles and absorbs ambient moisture and oils from food particles. 3. Animal Feed: Precipitated silica used as carriers to convert liquids into fr

5 Best Tips on How to Use Oxygen Absorbers in the Right Way

One of the main issues gripping the packaged food industry is the increase of mold in the products. This happens due to the presence of oxygen in the surroundings. One of the best solutions to this problem is oxygen absorbers. The absorbers don’t allow the bacteria to grow in this environment in an effective way than the vacuum packaging and other methods. Use of oxygen absorber packets doesn’t affect the taste of food items or cause any other problems. Here are some tips on how to use oxygen absorbers: 1. Quantity: Not all foods need the same amount of oxygen absorber to keep them fresh. The more dense the product, the less amount of oxygen absorbers they need. Foods like dried pasta and beans require more amounts of oxygen absorbers as compared to packaging grains, flours, and rice. 2. Salt and Sugar: You should not store oxygen absorbers with sugar as it can turn sugar hard as a brick. Salt is a preserver itself and doesn’t require oxygen absorber to preserve it. Salt c