Silica is a naturally occurring mineral composed of silicon and oxygen When made into gel bead packets, silica absorbs moisture in long term freeze dried food storage, or other bulk dry foods

Silica packets are important for food storage and preservation when... - Planning for very long-term storage, such as 10 years  - If the storage environment experiences temperature and humidity fluctuations - When freeze-dried foods contain a mix of ingredients with varying moisture levels

Although not toxic, Silica is not a food and should not be consumed It can pose a chocking hazard to children and pets, and cause digestive issues given it's absorption properties Some Silica contains color additives, and these can be more harmful if handled at length, and ingested

Clear Silica gel packets can be reused If the Silica that you are using does not contain color additives, you can dry them out in your oven and reuse them Always store Silica packets in a sealed airtight container

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