Why Use Liquid Deicing Agent? - Your Winter Survival Guide
In winter, driveways become like ice rinks and windshields become walls of frost. Shoveling and scraping snow are time-consuming and labor-intensive, and salt alone is often ineffective in deicing in temperatures below -5°C. Liquid Deicing Agent—a modern solution that melts ice faster, lasts longer, and protects pavement—is a valuable deicing solution.
What is Liquid Deicing Agent?
Liquid Deicing Agent is a specially designed chemical solution designed to lower the freezing point of water. Unlike granular salt, which grinds ice, Liquid Deicing Agent penetrates instantly, forming brine channels that break down ice bonds.
Where can this product be used?
Windshields and car doors
Concrete steps and brick sidewalks
Sensitive ecosystems near gardens or waterways
Technical Advantages
Cheaper calcium chloride can damage surfaces, while urea-based deicers wash away quickly. KYHG's Liquid Deicing Agent formula offers the following advantages.
Key Performance Indicators
Parameter
ArcticThaw Pro
Standard Salt
Working Temp Range
-25°F to 40°F
15°F to 32°F
Activation Speed
< 2 minutes
15+ minutes
Residual Protection
Up to 72 hours
2–4 hours
Concrete Safety
pH-neutral (no spalling)
High alkalinity (damage)
Coverage (per gallon)
500 sq ft
200 sq ft
Eco-Impact
Biodegradable, low Cl⁻
High chloride runoff
FAQ: Liquid Deicing Agent Key Points
Q: Is Liquid Deicing Agent safe for pets and concrete?
A: Yes, as long as it is selected carefully. KYHG uses magnesium chloride instead of toxic calcium chloride. It has no pungent odor after drying. Our pH-neutral formula will not corrode concrete or rebar like rock salt.
Q: Can I make my own Liquid Deicing Agent with household items?
A: No. Homemade mixtures will freeze at -3°C—ineffective in truly freezing conditions. Beet juice solutions can stain surfaces, while rubbing alcohol can dry out rubber seals. Commercial deicers like ours contain precise corrosion inhibitors and surfactants, which homemade mixtures lack.
While all deicers can impact ecosystems, KYHG's liquid deicer formula breaks down into magnesium—a plant nutrient—and leach 73% less chloride than salt. This results in a lower environmental impact. If you would like to learn more about liquid deicing agents or other deicing agents, please feel free to contact Weifang Kunyang Chemical Co., Ltd.!
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