Silica Gel Orange vs Silica Gel Blue.pdf

Are you confused between silica gel orange and silica gel blue? Then just go through the pointers of silica gel orange v/s silica gel blue. Here you can get a brief idea about what is the difference between them. And for detailed information just visit our website at https://www.silicagel-desiccant.com/blog/difference-between-orange-and-blue-indicating-silica-gel.

1. V S Silica Gel Orange V/S Silica Gel Blue

2. Feature Orange Silica Gel
Blue Silica Gel

Appearance (Dry)
Orange or yellow

Deep blue, glassy texture
Color Change (When Moist)
Turns GREEN after moisture
absorption
Turns PINK after moisture
absorption
Indicator Chemical Organic, non-toxic chemical
Contains COBALT CHLORIDE
(toxic heavy metal)

3. Feature Orange Silica Gel
Blue Silica Gel

Toxicity
Non-toxic, 100% pollution-
free, eco-friendly
Toxic – contains cobalt,
harmful to environment
EU Regulation Status Approved for all uses
Banned in EU countries due
to cobalt content
Temperature Tolerance
Up to 65°C
Moderate temperature
tolerance

4. Feature Orange Silica Gel
Blue Silica Gel

Common Applications - Transformer breathers
- Compressed air dryers
- Flower & seed drying
- Packaging moisture control
- Laboratory use
- Refrigeration goods
- Gas drying
- Natural gas purification
- Air conditioners
Reusability Can be recharged easily
Can be recharged, but
handled carefully due to
cobalt
Safety Note
Keep away from
consumables & medicines
Keep away from
consumables & medicines

5. Feature Orange Silica Gel
Blue Silica Gel

Availability
Widely available, preferred
eco option
Limited availability due to
regulatory bans
Cost Slightly higher Comparatively lower
Environmental Impact Environment-friendly Potentially harmful

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