Snow melting agent refers to a chemical that can reduce the melting temperature of ice and snow. The raw materials of ordinary snow melting agents are easy to obtain and cheap, and their main components are potassium acetate and chloride salts, which are classified according to these two types. Snow melting agents melt snow on roads by reducing the melting temperature of ice and snow, making it easier for roads to clear. The effect of seeding is obvious, but it has harmfulness. Research has found that the residue of snow melting agents can corrode road surfaces and car rubber tires.
Melting snow and ice, instead of salt, is mainly used as a deicing agent for urban roads, highways, airports, ports, bridges, and other facilities. Some deicing agents can also be used as quick melting agents and antifreeze additives for winter construction ice and snow melting in construction projects.