What is Oxygen absorber & their uses?
Oxygen absorbers are commonly used in the food and storage industry to extend the shelf life of products such as jerky, dried fruits, nuts, and baked goods. Oxygen absorber OxySorb in food storage, preserves the freshness, flavour and structure by eliminating oxygen from the packed products. Our OxySorb absorbs 98% of oxygen from the product keeping its entire nutritive value intake, and it can be used in vacuum-sealed and manual-sealed packaging. They are also used in the pharmaceutical and electronics industries to protect products from moisture and oxygen damage.
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Episodes
Wednesday Jan 28, 2026
Wednesday Jan 28, 2026
In this episode of The Shelf Life Show, we break down the most common food storage mistakes that lead to spoilage, pests, and reduced shelf life.
Wednesday Dec 24, 2025
Wednesday Dec 24, 2025
Not sure which oxygen absorber size is best for your Mylar bag packaging? 🤔In this episode of The Shelf Life Show, we break it down simply—so you avoid under-packing, over-packing, and food spoilage.
Monday Oct 13, 2025
Monday Oct 13, 2025
Discover practical food storage tips for the festive season, including using airtight containers, oxygen absorbers, proper labeling, and correct portioning. Learn to avoid common packaging mistakes
Tuesday Aug 26, 2025
Tuesday Aug 26, 2025
In our last episode, we talked about why shelf life matters—and how it impacts food safety, waste, and even brand reputation.Today, we’re going one step further: looking at the science behind oxygen absorbers—what they are, how they work, and why they’re such a game-changer in packaging.
Monday May 19, 2025
Monday May 19, 2025
Sorbead India introduces their OxySorb - Oxygen Absorber Packets as a solution to prevent food spoilage caused by air and moisture.
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Welcome to Fresh Packed, the podcast where we unpack the science behind smarter storage. I’m your host, and today’s topic is: Oxygen Absorbers – What They Are and Why They Matter.
Saturday Mar 09, 2024
Saturday Mar 09, 2024
Oxygen absorbers are an effective solution for this and can effectively keep spices dry and fresh for longer. This creates an oxygen-free environment that slows down the oxidation process, which is the main cause of spice deterioration.
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Oxygen Absorber Packets are specially designed to help preserve the freshness and quality of your food products. These packets absorb excess oxygen in food packaging, which helps prevent the growth of bacteria, mold, and other harmful organisms that cause food spoilage.
Why OxySorb is best for Food packaging?
For food packaging OxySorb is USFDA and Non-Toxic Oxygen absorber, which is a small packet that contains iron powder, salt, and other catalysts. It is designed to absorb oxygen within a sealed package whether it will be manually or vacuum sealed, by creating an oxygen-free environment and by minimizing the presence of oxygen, it helps prevent food spoilage, oxidation, and the growth of microorganisms, and ultimately extending the shelf life of packaged food items.