Silica gel
Limited absorption
Can re-release moisture
Not biodegradable
Plastic-based packaging
Energy-intensive production
VirdiSorb™ Biodegradable
Smarter moisture control.
Lighter environmental impact.
Lighter environmental impact.
VirdiSorb™ Biodegradable is a high-performance desiccant that absorbs 5x more moisture than traditional silica gel, while significantly reducing environmental impact.
It delivers reliable, leak-free moisture protection — without microplastics or unnecessary waste.
Silica gel
Outdated and
Environmentally Damaging
Environmentally Damaging
Silica gel has long been used for moisture control, trapping water vapour within microscopic pores of silicon dioxide (SiO₂). Its use is widespread — but rarely questioned.
What you didn’t know
Silica gel is a hidden polluter in modern packaging systems.
- Not biodegradable
- Typically packaged in plastic-based materials
- Breaks down into microplastics
- Energy and water intensive manufacturing
- Absorbs only ~30% of its own weight
- Can re-release moisture back into products
VirdiSorb™ Biodegradable vs Silica Gel
The difference isn’t small — it’s transformative.
Absorbs 5x more moisture
Chemically bonds to moisture
Fully biodegradable
No microplastics
Lower carbon footprint
Modern Brands choose packaging that reflects their values.
VirdiSorb™ Biodegradable
Delivers protection you can trust, with sustainability built in.
The Environmental Impact
For every pallet of silica gel.
Plastic Bottles
The CO₂ emissions from each desiccant type, expressed as the carbon impact of recycling plastic bottles.
A difference of 305,860 bottles — from one simple switch.
VirdiSorb™ Biodegradable
3,690 bottles
Silica Gel
309,550 bottles
Trees
The number of trees needed to offset the CO₂ emissions from a pallet.
1,456 fewer mature trees required to offset the CO₂ emissions!
Jumbo Jet
The CO₂ emissions from one pallet of desiccant are equal to a jumbo jet flying.
That’s a saving of 120,452 miles!
VirdiSorb™ Biodegradable
1,453 miles
UK Households
The CO₂ emissions are comparable to the annual carbon footprint of this vs. many typical UK households.
That’s a CO₂ saving equal to the yearly emissions of 81 UK households.
Guaranteed delivery reliability
No interruptions, no delays.
Dedicated logistics support
Expert planning and seamless execution.
Confidence in supply chain protection
So you can focus on running your business.