Characterization of runway deicers

This study report presents the physical, chemical, environmental and performance characteristics of the de-icing products marketed in France. This document corroborates the first data published in 2009 and 2011, on the assessment of the performance of runway deicers used by airport operators for their winter activity.

This study uses a series of harmonized and standardized tests to compare the main physical, chemical, environmental, toxicological and functional properties of the products. It can thus be used by airport operators, who are responsible for the implementation of winter viability operations at aerodromes, to help them choose the product best suited to their platform.