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Many have asked me to make available smaller units of oxygen absorbers.
Wheat Montana offers only the 100 pack, which really is a lot of absorbers, so I’ve found a source for smaller sizes.
They are 1500 cc and a bag of 10 oxygen absorbers sells for $14.95.
There is a clip available for re-sealing the bag to save those you don’t use. (*The only way to store unused ones is with their bag clip, or with a heat seal, I was told.)
This clip is $7.95 each and can also be used for many other purposes.
The oxygen absorbers have a year shelf-life from the date of shipment to me.
This information is quoted directly from my supplier, (with their permission), so I cannot be held liable for any inconsistencies. Thanks for understanding. cindy
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WHAT ARE OXYGEN ABSORBERS?
"Oxygen absorbers are made of a chemical compound, the active ingredient of which is a powdered iron oxide. Our absorbers are completely safe. While they are not edible, they are not toxic. No harmful gases are created and the oxygen does not remove the fresh smell and taste of the product."
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WHAT DO OXYGEN ABSORBERS DO?
"When used with proper packaging and sealing, the oxygen in the packaging is greatly reduced. Our absorbers bring the oxygen level down reliably to .01% or less."
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WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF USING THEM?
* "Extends shelf life."
* "Prevents growth of aerobic pathogens and spoilage organisms, including molds."
* "Eliminates the need for additives such as BHA, BHT, sulfur dioxide, sorbates, benzoates, etc."
* "Use with gas flushing / vacuum packaging to absorb virtually all oxygen and absorb any oxygen that may permeate the package."
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MORE BENEFITS -
* "Significantly improves keeping qualities of polyunsaturated fats and oils"
* "Helps retain fresh-roasted flavor of coffee and nuts"
* "Prevents oxidation of spice oleoresins present in spices themselves and in seasoned foods"
* "Prevents oxidation of vitamins A, C and E"
* "Extends life of pharmaceuticals"
* "Inhibits mold in natural cheeses and other fermented dairy products"
* "Delays non-enzymatic browning of fruits and some vegetables"
* "Inhibits oxidation and condensation of red pigment of most berries and sauces"
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TYPICAL APPLICATIONS -
* "Breads, cookies, cakes, pastries"
* "Nuts and snacks"
* "Candies and confectioneries"
* "Coffee and tea"
* "Whole fat dry foods"
* "Processed, smoked and cured meats Cheeses and dairy products"
* "Dried fruits and vegetable"
* "Spices and seasonings"
* "Flour and grain items"
* "Fresh and precooked pasta and noodles"
* "Pharmaceuticals and vitamins"
* "Medical diagnostic kits and devices"
* "Birdseed and pet food"
* "Artwork preservation"
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WHY I CHOSE THIS COMPANY -
"Our absorbers are US made and are the only type approved for use by the US Military."
That’s good enough for me! :O)
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OXYGEN ABSORBERS - HOW TO USE THEM -
"Your oxygen absorbers come in a vacuum sealed bag so that the activity of the absorber does not have a chance to work on any oxygen before you are ready to use them."
"We also have available an oxygen bag clip which will allow you to store the oxygen absorber packets without having to worry about them being exposed to the oxygen in the air. This clip can also be used to keep any type of bag extremely airtight."
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THERE ARE TWO TYPES OF OXYGEN ABSORBERS:
a. "The types that we most commonly use that you have seen is beige. It turns a bluish/green tint when the maximum moisture level has been reached. Blue/green is bad. Beige or white is good."
b. "There is another type which is a bright pink when good. When this type goes bad, it turns a deep dark blue."
"When packaging food for long-term storage, it would be most optimum for you to use the entire contents of one sealed vacuum packet bag within 30 to 60 minutes."
"We realize that this is not always possible. We suggest that the following preliminary steps be followed to ensure you are getting the most out of your products."
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"BEFORE YOU OPEN YOUR BAG OF OXYGEN ABSORBERS -
1. "Assemble your containers of food and fill them with your food product."
2. "If you need to determine the volume of your container, do this now."
3. "Once you have the volume of your containers, you will know what size of oxygen absorber to use and how many absorbers you will need for the session."
4. "Determine how many absorbers you will need for this session. Note: Different sizes of absorbers come in different quantities of absorbers per bag. You will need to know how many absorbers are in the bag you will be using."
5. "Prepare a clean, small sealable jar to store the absorbers you will not be needing for this packaging session."
6. "Now open your bag of absorbers and count out how many absorbers you will not be needing. Place these in your sealable jar and tighten the lid."
"TIP: If your jar is a little too large, after placing your absorbers in the jar, pour a food product such as a small grain over your absorbers, to fill the jar. This will reduce the residual air volume in the jar, and will minimize the amount of oxygen your absorbers will be working on."
7. "Place your oxygen absorbers in the prepared food containers"
8. "Seal your containers within 30 minutes"
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Clips for Sealing the bag with un-used oxygen absorbers $7.95
"We have available this specialty bag clip which will allow you to store the oxygen absorber packets without having to worry about them being exposed to the oxygen in the air."
"While these clips do a great job sealing your oxygen absorbers packs, they also have some other great applications."
They suggest using a clip to close a bag of pet food or to keep unused coffee fresh.
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Use this information and their products at your own risk. We are not responsible, nor liable, for any products that go bad in storage.
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