Clariant has launched its continuous strip desiccant packet reels in the Americas, expanding its moisture protection portfolio for high-speed automated packaging. Now available alongside EMEA offerings, the expanded line—featuring Desi Pak, Sorb-It, and Tri-Sorb Strips—is designed for seamless integration with automated insertion equipment. This allows manufacturers to boost production efficiency without compromising on the long-standing moisture control performance they expect from Clariant.

As industries shift toward automation, there's a growing need for desiccants that can handle high-speed production. Clariant’s continuous strip desiccants meet this demand with a reel-fed format that eliminates manual handling and cuts labor costs. Because they work with existing insertion machinery, these strips streamline operations and simplify inventory without requiring expensive equipment upgrades.

The innovation draws on Clariant's deep heritage in moisture protection with over 80 years of combined expertise in desiccant solutions and humidity indicators. This extensive experience ensures that the new strip format delivers the same reliable performance as Clariant’s single desiccant packets now optimized for modern automated packaging environments.

The expanded product line features three distinct desiccant chemistries to address varied moisture protection requirements. Desi Pak Strips utilize naturally occurring, responsibly mined bentonite clay for broad-spectrum, cost-effective moisture control. Sorb-It Strips employ silica gel for applications requiring precise high-humidity management. Tri-Sorb Strips incorporate molecular sieve technology for the most demanding moisture protection needs. All three options are available in packet sizes ranging from ½ gram to 5 grams providing flexibility across diverse product categories and packaging configurations.

"Our customers are investing in automation to improve efficiency and reduce costs, and their moisture protection solutions need to evolve alongside their packaging lines," said Ryan Grauer, Head of Technical Business Development Cargo & Device Protection Americas. "These continuous strip desiccants represent a significant innovation in how manufacturers can protect their products, combining the proven performance of our trusted brands with the convenience and speed that modern packaging operations demand."

These strip desiccants provide a solution for helping prevent moisture damage in properly enclosed packages or containers helping preserve product efficacy and shelf life. Quality assurance remains paramount in Clariant's manufacturing approach. The company is implementing AI-based inspection systems to help ensure consistent packet integrity and uniformity across every reel, beginning with its Americas manufacturing operations. This advanced quality control, combined with manufacturing facilities that maintain ISO certifications and utilize FDA and EU compliant materials, provides customers with confidence that their moisture protection meets the highest standards for safety and reliability.

Desi Pak ECO Strips feature a plastic-free, bio-based continuous strip packets made from raw materials that are sustainably grown, utilizing non-toxic, water-based ink and adhesive. This comprehensive approach to sustainability enables manufacturers to advance their environmental goals without compromising moisture protection performance. Similar to all of Clariant's other desiccant fills, U.S. Pharmacopeia USP <670> compliant clay is available upon request, ensuring regulatory compliance alongside environmental stewardship.

The continuous strip desiccant packets wound on reels portfolio serves a broad spectrum of industries where moisture control is critical to product quality and longevity. Nutraceutical and health supplement manufacturers benefit from reliable protection of sensitive vitamins and minerals. Personal care and diagnostic companies can safeguard moisture-sensitive test strips and cosmetic products. Medical device manufacturers gain compliant moisture protection for device packaging, while food producers can extend freshness and prevent spoilage.

Clariant's global manufacturing network helps to ensure reliable supply and consistent quality for customers worldwide, supporting efficient supply chain operations and uninterrupted production schedules.