Walk On Ice FAQs

Walk On Ice is our portable mineral traction agent for icy and snowy outdoor surfaces. Sprinkle it over a targeted trouble spot to add surface texture for pedestrians, pets or a stationary vehicle that needs localized traction.

No. Walk On Ice is a traction agent, not an ice melter. It adds grip to the surface without melting or removing the underlying ice.

Walk On Ice contains a blend of naturally occurring mineral material. Our Chemical Analysis provides elemental test results for a tested sample identified as GAIA SCORIA.

Walk On Ice adds surface traction immediately after it is applied. There is no melting period or waiting time before the mineral texture begins providing grip.

Walk On Ice is listed for use at temperatures down to −35°C (−31°F).

No. Walk On Ice does not remove snow or melt ice. Clear loose snow when practical, then apply Walk On Ice to the remaining slick areas where additional traction is needed.

Walk On Ice is made and assembled in the USA.

The mineral blend works through physical action. Some particles help absorb the thin liquid layer that can make ice slippery, while others grip or become embedded in the icy surface. Together, they add a textured path across the treated area.

Remove loose snow when practical. Turn the canister so the white dispensing lid faces the ground, then sprinkle a light, visible layer over the icy or snowy trouble spot. Walk carefully and add more only where additional texture is needed.

The white perforated dispensing lid should face downward. The entire canister, including its printed label, turns with the container while you sprinkle the mineral material onto the surface.

Apply enough to create a visible distribution of mineral particles across the slippery area. A thin, even application is generally more useful than leaving the product in piles. Coverage will vary with surface conditions, traffic and the size of the trouble spot.

Yes, when practical. Removing loose or deep snow helps the mineral particles reach the slick surface below. Walk On Ice can then be applied to remaining ice, packed snow or recurring trouble spots.

Reapply when the mineral particles become covered by new snow, displaced by traffic, swept away or no longer provide enough visible texture. Check treated areas as weather and surface conditions change.

Apply it whenever targeted surface traction is needed. It is especially useful after loose snow has been cleared, but it can also be used on packed snow or an active icy trouble spot. Continue monitoring the area during changing weather.

No. Walk On Ice supports a broader winter-safety plan. Continue to remove snow, maintain the property, use suitable footwear, post warnings when appropriate and follow your organization’s winter procedures.

Apply Walk On Ice to targeted icy or snowy outdoor areas such as sidewalks, steps, walkways, driveways and decks. It can also be used at the tire-contact area of a stationary vehicle that needs localized ground-level traction.

Yes. Sprinkle it over detected icy or packed-snow trouble spots on outdoor sidewalks and walkways. Clear loose snow first when practical and reapply if traffic or fresh precipitation covers or displaces the particles.

Yes. It can add mineral texture to targeted icy areas on outdoor steps, landings and entrance routes. Keep the canister near an accessible indoor storage point so it can be applied without first crossing an untreated area.

Yes. Walk On Ice can be applied to targeted icy or snowy areas on driveways and outdoor decks. Use it where traction is needed rather than treating it as a product for melting the entire surface.

Walk On Ice can add texture to a detected black-ice trouble spot. Because black ice can be difficult to see and conditions may extend beyond the treated area, move carefully and continue using appropriate winter precautions.

Yes. Facilities teams can position individual canisters near entrances, outdoor steps, pedestrian routes, staff areas and passenger drop-off points for targeted application. Walk On Ice does not replace plowing, shoveling, inspection or other site procedures.

The portable 1.75 lb canister is best suited to targeted trouble spots and distribution across entrances, vehicles or locations. If you manage extensive outdoor areas or need repeated large-scale treatment, contact us about the most appropriate ice-traction format for your requirement.

Walk On Ice is intended for outdoor icy and snowy surfaces. Sweep up particles that are tracked indoors and follow the maintenance requirements for the interior flooring.

Walk On Ice can support homeowners, renters, older adults, caregivers, pet owners, drivers, property teams and organizations that want portable traction available near outdoor winter trouble spots.

Keep a canister inside a frequently used entrance or with a caregiver so a targeted icy area can be treated before it is crossed. Added surface texture can complement suitable footwear, mobility aids, handrails and careful movement.

Yes. Walk On Ice is a mineral traction agent designed for outdoor routes used by people and pets. It does not rely on an ice-melting chemical reaction. Apply it as directed, prevent unnecessary dust and keep the container closed when not in use.

Walk On Ice can add texture to a targeted surface, but surface traction is only one part of mobility safety. Continue using the appropriate mobility aid, handrails, assistance and footwear, and avoid any route that remains unsafe.

It can be applied at and around the tire-contact area of a stationary vehicle to add localized ground-level traction. Use caution, keep people clear of moving tires and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s guidance before attempting to move.

No. Walk On Ice is for a localized trouble spot around a stationary tire. It is not designed to provide continuous traction along an icy driving route and does not replace winter tires, chains, cables or other equipment required by conditions or law.

Yes. Its compact canister is suitable for vehicle, fleet and winter-preparedness kits. Store it with the lid closed and position it where it can be reached safely if localized traction is needed.

Ice melt lowers the freezing point of water to help melt ice. Walk On Ice works differently: it adds mineral texture without melting the underlying ice. The two product types serve different purposes and may be used as separate parts of a winter-maintenance plan.

Sand and some granular household materials are sometimes used to add temporary surface texture. Walk On Ice is a purpose-positioned, portable mineral traction product supplied in a dispensing canister for targeted icy and snowy trouble spots.

Winter boots, cleats and removable spikes add traction to the footwear of the person wearing them. Walk On Ice is applied to the surface, allowing a targeted treated area to serve multiple people or pets. It can be used alongside suitable winter footwear.

Those products attach to vehicle tires to provide traction while travelling. Walk On Ice is applied to the ground at and around a stationary tire when localized traction is needed. It is not a substitute for equipment intended for continued driving.

Mats, heating systems and coatings provide traction or ice control within an installed or defined area. Walk On Ice is portable and can be applied directly to the current trouble spot without electricity or permanent installation. Reapply it when particles become covered or displaced.

No special handling measures are listed in our Safety Data Sheet. Avoid creating dust while dispensing or handling the product.

Move to fresh air. If you experience complaints, consult a doctor.

Rinse the open eye under running water for several minutes. Seek medical advice if irritation or another concern continues.

Our Safety Data Sheet states that Walk On Ice generally does not irritate the skin and lists no special first-aid measure for skin contact. Wash the area if needed and seek medical advice if a concern develops.

If the product is swallowed and symptoms occur, consult a doctor. For a pet, contact a veterinarian if ingestion or symptoms are a concern.

Our Safety Data Sheet lists respiratory equipment, hand protection and eye protection as not required under the described conditions of use. Avoid unnecessary dust and follow any additional workplace procedures that apply to your organization.

Our Safety Data Sheet lists no special requirements for storage rooms or receptacles and no additional storage conditions. Keep the canister closed when not in use and store it where it can be accessed safely.

Collect the spilled material while avoiding unnecessary dust. Do not allow the product to enter sewers, surface water or groundwater, and follow applicable disposal requirements.

Follow federal, state and local disposal requirements. Our Safety Data Sheet states that smaller quantities may be disposed of with household waste and that packaging should be handled according to official regulations.

Our Safety Data Sheet identifies the product as non-regulated material for the listed transportation modes.

No traction product can eliminate every winter hazard. Walk On Ice adds surface texture, but users should continue walking carefully, wearing suitable footwear and following appropriate snow-removal and property-maintenance practices.

No. Surface traction does not indicate the thickness or structural safety of natural ice. Never use Walk On Ice as evidence that a frozen body of water is safe to walk or drive on.

Each Walk On Ice canister contains 1.75 lb of mineral traction material.

The canister measures 6.875 × 3.02 × 3.02 inches—height × length × width.

Our Safety Data Sheet covers product identification, hazard information, first-aid measures, handling, storage, physical properties, stability, disposal and transportation information.

Traction Magic is the trade name used in the Safety Data Sheet for the mineral traction material in Walk On Ice. The document identifies it as product number 9000.

Our Chemical Analysis lists elemental test results, measured values, detection limits and analysis methods for a tested sample identified as GAIA SCORIA. The report describes that laboratory sample; it is not a product-performance test.

Visit our Data Sheets page to view the Safety Data Sheet and Chemical Analysis. Organizations can use these documents as part of their internal product or procurement review.

Visit our Buying Options page to find current purchase options. Businesses and organizations that need volume quantities can submit a bulk-order enquiry.

Yes. We accept bulk-order enquiries from businesses, care communities, property teams, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, fleets, retailers, public facilities and other organizations.

Bulk buyers may include senior-living communities, property managers, HOAs, home-care organizations, hospitals, clinics, schools, hotels, public venues, fleet operators, retailers, distributors, municipal facilities and nonprofit organizations.

Bulk-order requirements may depend on quantity, destination and fulfillment needs. Send us your estimated requirement even if you are still determining the final number of canisters.

Yes. Include the number of locations, estimated quantity for each location and delivery requirements in your enquiry. We will review the request and discuss the available fulfillment options.

Tell us your organization name, contact details, buyer type, intended use, estimated number of canisters, delivery ZIP or postal code and required timing. Add any multi-location or special delivery requirements.

No. Submitting the form starts the bulk-order process. We will contact you to confirm pricing, availability, shipping and final order details before the order is processed.

Tell us about the size of the property, the areas being treated and expected application frequency. We can help determine whether portable Walk On Ice canisters or a larger-format ice-traction solution better fits the requirement.

A bulk buyer purchases product for use or internal distribution within an organization. A distributor or reseller purchases product for resale to customers. Choose the form that matches how your business intends to use the product.

Complete our distributor application with information about your business, customers, sales channels, territory and fulfillment capabilities. We will review the application and contact you about the next step.

Established wholesalers, retailers, ecommerce businesses, dealer networks and product suppliers with relevant customers and fulfillment capabilities are welcome to apply. We review each business for fit before authorizing a distributor or reseller relationship.

Potential profiles include hardware and home-improvement suppliers, home and garden retailers, pet-supply businesses, automotive and roadside suppliers, winter-safety and facility suppliers, healthcare or senior-care suppliers, ecommerce retailers, wholesalers, gas-station suppliers and convenience-store networks.

Yes. These businesses may be a good fit when they serve customers preparing homes, outdoor areas, walking routes or pet-access areas for winter conditions. Describe your customer base, territory and sales channels in the application.

Yes. Hardware stores, fuel-station suppliers and convenience-store networks may apply when Walk On Ice fits their winter, emergency, automotive or seasonal product assortment.

Yes. Established online retailers and marketplace sellers may apply. Select your sales model and tell us where and how you currently sell products. Marketplace activity does not automatically authorize the resale of Walk On Ice.

Not necessarily. The application asks whether you use your own warehouse, a third-party logistics provider or another fulfillment arrangement. We use this information to understand how you would receive, store and fulfill product.

Applicants can indicate an estimated requirement by truckload, pallet or pounds, or select that they are not sure yet. Final quantities and terms are reviewed as part of the application process.

No. Submitting an application does not create a distributor relationship or authorize resale. Approval, territory, order requirements and commercial terms must be confirmed by our team.

No territory or exclusivity is guaranteed by submitting an application. Any approved market coverage or commercial arrangement must be confirmed in writing.

Businesses may submit an application and select the appropriate distribution coverage. International opportunities are reviewed according to the proposed market, logistics, regulatory requirements and business fit.