Eco-Gen is a premium 50% potassium formate liquid de-icer developed specifically for the demanding requirements of airport winter operations. Designed to deliver rapid and reliable ice control on runways, taxiways, aprons and other airside surfaces, Eco-Gen helps maintain safe aircraft movements while minimising weather-related disruption.
Key Benefits
Eco-Gen is recognised for its low environmental impact, helping airports reduce the environmental footprint of winter maintenance without compromising operational performance.
Rapidly breaks the bond between ice and airfield surfaces, helping maintain safe runway, taxiway and apron operations during winter conditions.
The chloride-free formulation helps minimise corrosion of airside infrastructure, equipment and support vehicles, supporting long-term asset integrity and reducing maintenance costs.
Suitable for both anti-icing and de-icing applications, helping airports maintain operational continuity, improve safety and minimise winter weather disruption.
Potassium formate has become the preferred liquid de-icing solution at many European airports, trusted for its proven balance of performance, sustainability and infrastructure protection.
Its chloride-free formulation offers excellent asset protection, helping to reduce the corrosion risks associated with traditional salt-based de-icers and support the long-term integrity of critical airport infrastructure. Readily biodegradable and fast acting, Eco-Gen provides airports with a high-performance de-icing solution that balances operational safety, infrastructure protection and environmental responsibility.
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Performance Metrics
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Composition | 50% Potassium Formate with corrosion inhibitors |
| Appearance | Clear liquid, free of suspended solids or cloudiness |
| Freeze Point | -60c |
| pH | 9.5 – 11.5 |
| Pack Size | 1000L IBC, Bulk delivery up to 28 tonnes |
Compliance & Approvals
Eco-Gen is certified to the industry standard requirement of SAE AMS 1435E and is an Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved specification for use by commercial airports and military bases.
Why airports choose LNT Solutions:
Eco-Gen FAQs
Eco-Gen provides effective de-icing performance at temperatures down to -60°C. Performance will vary depending on factors such as pavement temperature, weather conditions, ice thickness and application rate.
Gen 2 and Eco-Gen both deliver high-performance, chloride-free ice control and excellent asset protection, but they are based on different chemistries. Gen 2 uses 50% potassium acetate, a proven de-icing technology trusted for dependable winter operations and infrastructure protection, while Eco-Gen uses 50% potassium formate, offering the same reliable de-icing performance with an enhanced environmental profile.
Yes. Potassium formate is recognised for its favourable environmental profile and readily biodegradable nature, making it an excellent choice for airports seeking to reduce the environmental impact of winter maintenance operations.
Yes, where approved and applied according to instructions.
It has also been independently tested in accordance with LFV Method 2-98 to demonstrate minimal impact on asphalt pavement adhesion, helping to protect runway surfaces and support long-term pavement durability.
It is chloride-free, triazole free and does not contain any PFAS ingredients.
Designed for use with existing airport maintenance equipment, helping simplify implementation. Get in touch with our technical team for guidance on optimum application rates and equipment configuration.
