Indicating Desiccant Packets, 1g, Blue-to-Pink Moisture Indicator, 1,000/Pk
Qiagen SKU: WB100003

Featuring an indicating silica gel desiccant in a convenient 1-gram packet format, these moisture-control packets keep FTA cards dry during transport and storage. Each packet provides a built-in visual moisture indicator that changes color from blue to pink as moisture is absorbed, giving an at-a-glance signal of remaining desiccant capacity. Supplied 1,000 packets per pack, they are sized for use inside multi-barrier pouches and card storage containers to protect nucleic acid samples from humidity.

Key Desiccant Characteristics

• Indicating desiccant changes color from blue to pink to show moisture absorption
• 1-gram packet size suited to FTA card pouches and sample storage containers
• Maintains a dry storage environment to preserve sample integrity
• Visual indicator allows quick assessment of whether a packet should be replaced

Key Construction Characteristics

• 1 g desiccant fill weight per packet
• Packet dimensions of 12.01 x 12.01 (L x W)
• Supplied 1,000 packets per pack
• Designed for use with FTA and FTA Elute cards

By controlling humidity inside card storage pouches, these packets help maintain the quality of DNA samples captured on FTA cards through transport and long-term storage. The blue-to-pink indicator provides a reliable, easy-to-read cue for monitoring desiccant performance over time.

Dimensions (W x D x H)

12.01 x 12.01 (L x W)

Indicating Type

Blue to Pink

Pack Count

1000

• FTA Card Storage Keeps FTA and FTA Elute cards dry inside storage pouches and containers to preserve captured DNA.
• Sample Transport Maintains a low-humidity environment that protects nucleic acid samples during shipping and transit.
• Long-Term Archiving Controls moisture in sealed storage to support extended preservation of collected samples.
• Moisture Monitoring The blue-to-pink color change provides a clear visual cue for when a desiccant packet needs replacing.
• Forensic and Human ID Sample Handling Supports contamination-free collection and storage workflows for DNA samples on FTA cards.