How to Avoid Mold for Your Goods
Be alert of the moulds if your products are produced in coastal cities of China! Learn how to protect your goods from mold throughout the import process.
V-TRUST BLOG: ORIGINAL, LOCAL, AND PRACTICAL. HOME / BLOG / How to Avoid Mold for Your Goods How to Avoid Mold for Your Goods 8 / 7 / 2019 Share Be alert of the moulds if your products are produced in coastal cities of China! From April to October is the monsoon, especially July! Not only wooden products, but also cardboard, paper box, genuine suede, imitation suede microfiber, PU/Starch/Wax coating with organic material backing and synthetic or textile items are all easily get mold. Mold occurs for various reasons, such as the unique characteristics of the material, pre and post manufacturing treatments, storage, shipping time and route, weather conditions and even the method of mould protection. So, how to protect your goods from getting moulds throughout the whole importing process? Prevention of mold – Material Receiving Unload only in dry conditions or under protective cover Unload goods on dry and clean plastic pallets Measure moisture content of critical materials, reject the material with high risk of moisture Prevention of mold – Material storage & Product storage Keep storage area dry and clean Store materials, finished products, semi-finished products and waste materials separately Keep relative humidity level in storage areas below 60%: Install adequate, functioning dehumidifiers, fans for good air circulation and maintain