Gritting salt formula
The chemical formula of gritting salt is sodium chloride (NaCl).
Some producers of gritting salt also add anti-caking agents to their salt. This stops the salt from clumping. The most commonly used product is E535.
There are various types of gritting salt and a few alternatives too.
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Which de-icing agent to use?
The choice of a de-icer is largely determined by a few criteria. We discuss the various criteria in depth.
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De-icing agents and spreadable additives
Not every gritting agent offers the same efficiency with respect to icy surfaces. We have set out the various options.
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