Silica Gel Beads 500g

Moisture Absorbing Beads

Prevent moisture damage and extend the life of your ingredients with Silica Gel Beads 500g, an essential solution for keeping your dry goods fresh and free from clumping. These food-safe desiccant beads effectively absorb excess humidity, making them ideal for busy kitchens, restaurants, or home pantries.

Silica gel is particularly helpful in protecting dry ingredients like herbs, spices, grains, flour, sugar, and baked goods from becoming stale or soggy. Simply place the beads in a breathable pouch or container and store alongside your ingredients. They work silently in the background to preserve the quality and texture of your food.

Each 500g pack contains a generous quantity of orange and clear silica beads that change colour when saturated, giving you a visual indicator of when they need to be reactivated. To reuse, simply dry them in a low oven, making this a cost-effective and reusable moisture control solution for kitchens of all sizes.

Key Features:

• An effective moisture absorber helps prevent clumping, spoilage, and mould in dry foods.
• Food-safe and non-toxic, suitable for use near edible goods.
• Visual indicator, orange beads turn clear when saturated.
• Reusable, reactivates with gentle heating, reducing waste.
• Compact and versatile, can be placed in containers, drawers, or display cases.

Usage Inspirations:

• Spice Jars: Slip a pouch into your spice rack to prevent clumping and loss of flavour.
• Biscuit Tins: Keep homemade biscuits crisp by reducing humidity in airtight containers.
• Dry Goods Storage: Add to containers of flour, sugar, rice, or pasta in professional or home kitchens.
• Food Displays: Place in bakery cabinets or food counters to keep baked goods fresh for longer.

Are silica gel beads safe to use around food?

Yes, these beads are non-toxic and food-safe when used properly (not consumed), making them suitable for indirect contact in dry food storage.

How do I reactivate silica gel beads?

You can dry them out in a low oven (around 100°C) for 1–2 hours until the orange colour returns, indicating they’re ready to use again.

How much moisture can 500g of silica gel absorb?

On average, 500g of silica gel can absorb up to 200ml of water, depending on humidity levels and usage environment.