MELT Environmentally-Friendly Blend Ice Melter when pre-applied prevents the snow and ice from bonding to the surface area. As CMA ice melter goes to work, its time-released formula stays on the surface area longer, helping to control the freeze/thaw cycle. In terms of melting coverage, CMA-blend deicer last 3 times as long! Not only will you see the quick action of MELT Environmentally-Friendly Blend Ice Melter going to work on snow and ice, it is specially coated with a green color indicator, allowing precise spreading and ensuring cost-effective dispersion.