Help Help, Is there a Chemist in the house!?

[chlogeo3]

Now that I have your semi undivided attention Let me ask this Newbie question," Can I use a sealed packet of Deoxidizer to put in my tobacco container to keep the tobacco fresh?
Curious minds need to know :roll:
Forrest

 

[hilojohnny]

I am confused, Forrest....just what is a deoxidizer packet? You don't mean a dessicant packet do you? (I can speak with authority about these.) Please clarify.... :?

 

[pstlpkr]

You don't mean a dessicant packet do you?

If you do, I would think that would have an adverse affect on the baccy.

The best thing I know is a water type humidifier. You can get them at the local B&M.

But the best thing would be a good bail top jar, or a Mason type jar with a good seal.
Other wise we have a mortician as a member... he could tell you how to keep things fresh. :mrgreen:

 

[chlogeo3]

Mates let me explain what the packets are used for.
They come in the doggie treats we give to the our "Bow Wows". They are supposed to keep things fresh.

 

[pipetrucker]

If the tobacco container is sealed, such as a Mason jar or a glass jar with a tight lid, I don't think such a thing would be needed.
Not too sure about those packets though, I would be concerned about contaminating the tobacco.

 

[bubbadreier]

I would avoid them. As everyone else has stated, tobacco in a sealed jar will stay fresh for a long time!

 

[fred]

What has turned out to be a good rule of keeping tobacco stored for me,

is that if I don't know what it is and/or don't want it in my body,

then don't use it. If the blend dries out, I can always re-hydrate it.

You can even do this on the spot, or when you're in a hurry. Fill the

Pipe with the dry tobacco. Cup your hands around the bowl, to form a seal

and exhale 3-4 times into the bowl. The moisture from your breath will

re-hydrate the tobacco. If you have time, place the tobacco in a bowl

and cover it with a towel, moistened with distilled water. Do not let the

towel come into contact with the tobacco. Leave it for a few hours or

overnight, depending upon how moist you want the blend to be.

 

[bubbadreier]

I think Fred is right, that is a great rule of thumb to live by!