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Silica Gel Pentagram Beads

Silica gel pentagram beads are decorative and functional items composed of the porous amorphous silicon dioxide mineral, silica gel, formed into the shape of a five-pointed star (pentagram).

Material:

• Silica Gel (Silicon Dioxide - SiO₂): A desiccant, meaning it absorbs moisture from the surrounding environment. It's chemically inert, non-toxic, and stable. The beads are typically synthesized rather than naturally occurring in this specific form. Color is often added during the manufacturing process.
• Colorants: Various dyes are used to create a range of colors, including but not limited to clear, white, orange, blue, green, pink, and purple. These colorants do not typically affect the desiccant properties.

Purpose & Function:

• Moisture Absorption: The primary function is to absorb water, preventing damage to sensitive items. The pentagram shape doesn't inherently affect this function; it's purely aesthetic.
• Decoration: The pentagram shape provides a decorative element, making them suitable for crafts, jewelry making, or as embellishments.
• Indicator (Colored Beads): Some beads contain an indicator dye that changes color when saturated with moisture. For example, orange silica gel turns green when it has absorbed water. This visually signals when the beads need to be reactivated.

Usage Scenarios:

• Crafts & Jewelry: Used in resin art, beadwork, keychains, and other decorative projects.
• Packaging: Included in small packages with electronics, pharmaceuticals, and other moisture-sensitive goods to protect during shipping and storage.
• Air Drying: Placed in containers to absorb moisture and prevent mold or mildew.
• Photography: Used to absorb moisture within camera bags or sealed containers to protect lenses and equipment.
• DIY Projects: Used in potpourri, sachets, or as decorative accents in various household items.

Common Types/Variations:

• Colored vs. Uncolored: Colored beads are primarily for aesthetic purposes, while clear beads are often used when the color of the absorbed moisture is desired.
• Indicator vs. Non-Indicator: Indicator beads change color when saturated, while non-indicator beads remain the same color.
• Size: Available in a range of sizes, from a few millimeters to several centimeters.
• Pore Size: Different pore sizes are available for different levels of moisture absorption. Larger pores absorb moisture faster, while smaller pores have a higher capacity.
• With/Without Hole: Some beads have a hole drilled through them for stringing or attachment, while others do not.

Silica gel pentagram beads are smallwares made of silica gel, formed into a pentagram shape. These beads are typically used in crafts, decorations, or as desiccants due to silica gel's absorbent properties.

The following HS codes may be relevant:

• 3824993100: Prepared binders for foundry molds or cores; chemical products and preparations of the chemical or allied industries (including those consisting of mixtures of natural products), not elsewhere specified or included: Other: Other: Other: Mixtures of two or more inorganic compounds: Of bismuth (Silica gel is an inorganic compound, and beads suggest a mixture of compounds). This code applies if the beads are considered a mixture of inorganic compounds.
• 7018105000: Glass beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious or semiprecious stones and similar glass smallwares: Other. While the declared goods are silica gel, this code is included as a potential match due to the "beads" component and the smallwares description.
• 7018905000: Glass beads, imitation pearls, imitation precious or semiprecious stones and similar glass smallwares and articles thereof other than imitation jewelry; glass eyes other than prosthetic articles; statuettes and other ornaments of lamp-worked glass, other than imitation jewelry: Other. This code is included as a potential match due to the "beads" component and the smallwares description.
• 3926903500: Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914: Other: Beads, bugles and spangles, not strung (except temporarily) and not set; articles thereof, not elsewhere specified or included: Other. This code applies if the beads are made of plastic or other materials within headings 3901 to 3914.

Regarding HS code 3824993100, please note that the goods must be considered a mixture of two or more inorganic compounds for this classification to be accurate.

Regarding HS code 7018105000 and 7018905000, while the declared goods are silica gel, these codes are included as potential matches due to the "beads" component and the smallwares description.

Regarding HS code 3926903500, please note that the goods must be made of plastic or other materials within headings 3901 to 3914 for this classification to be accurate.