What is silica gel and why do I find little packets of it in

Many of the things I buy contain little packets of crystals. Some of them actually say "Silica Gel" on them, but many are unlabeled or say something like, "Do not eat." I have found these packets in electronics, vitamins and even in some pepperoni I

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TIL Silica gel packets are only stamped with DO NOT EAT to prevent people from choking on the packet. It's otherwise non-toxic (although still not food so don't eat it). : r/todayilearned

TIL that silica gel packets aren't poisonous. They are labeled do not eat because they are a choking hazard. : r/todayilearned

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