✓Reviewed by Ann Pruitt, InfoHorse.com·Updated May 2026
ICE MELT by BlendMagic pure magnesium chloride pellets product bag
Many of us have experienced slipping in the ice or snow when leading our horses— it isn’t fun. Worse yet, is when the horse slips at the entrance of the barn landing on the barn floor! Many common ice melt products contain chemicals that can irritate hooves, burn pet paws, damage surfaces, and even harm surrounding grass or trees.
ICE MELT by BlendMagic Pure Magnesium Chloride Pellets De-Ice your walk ways, and barn entries safely and effectively, with ICE MELT by BlendMagic Pure Magnesium Chloride Pellets!
Does The Thought Of Winter Slip You Up? ICE MELT by BlendMagic Is The Answer! BlendMagic Products understands horse owners need to be especially careful when choosing an ice melt product? When winter weather hits, icy walkways, barn entrances, and driveways become not just inconvenient—but dangerous. Many of us have experienced slipping in the ice or snow when leading our horses— it isn’t fun. Worse yet, is when the horse slips at the entrance of the barn landing on the barn floor! Many common ice melt products contain chemicals that can irritate hooves, burn pet paws, damage surfaces, and even harm surrounding grass or trees. Some are downright dangerous if pets lick their paws or if curious horses explore recently treated areas. That’s where ICE MELT by BlendMagic Pure Magnesium Chloride Pellets come in. This all-natural, powerful ice melt is safe for animals, eco-friendly, and highly effective, even in the coldest conditions. It gives you the confidence to protect your horse property without compromising safety or sustainability.
How IsICE MELT
Different FromTraditional Salt or Calcium Chloride Products?
Many ice melt products rely on harsh chemicals that may be effective at melting ice but leave behind a trail of corrosion, paw pad burns, damaged concrete, or sick plants. BlendMagic’s magnesium chloride pellets melt ice aggressively—without the aggression. If you're looking for a powerful performance with a soft touch, these pellets are the perfect balance.
They are:
• Three times safer than common table salt
• Eight times safer than calcium chloride
• Non-corrosive to concrete and metal surfaces
• Gentle on hooves and paws
• Better for your landscaping and pasture edges Where Should INOT
Use This De-Icer?
The only exception? Don’t use it directly inside horse stalls or resting areas, simply to avoid prolonged exposure in places where horses lie down. Hopefully, the horses are sheltered well enough that they don’t have to contend with laying down in ice in their stalls.
ICE MELT by BlendMagic pure magnesium chloride pellets product bag
What exactly is ICE MELT by BlendMagic?
ICE MELT by BlendMagic is a salt-free, pure magnesium chloride de-icer (CAS# 7791-18-6) made by Blendmagic Products for winter footing safety around barns, paddock gates, and walkways. It is sold in both a fast-grabbing pellet form, which feeds cleanly through a standard ice-melt spreader, and a flat-laying flake form that doubles as the equestrian-arena dust-control standard. Unlike rock-salt blends, it carries no sodium chloride at all, so it is engineered for the exact spots where horses, dogs, and bare hooves cross.
BlendMagic 35 lb pure magnesium chloride ice melt pail for barns
Why pure magnesium chloride is gentler than ordinary ice melt
Magnesium chloride is rated by Blendmagic as roughly three times safer than common table salt and eight times safer than calcium chloride, the two harshest mainstream de-icers. That low-toxicity profile is why the formula is marketed as safe for pet paws, hooves, and surrounding vegetation rather than something that burns and dries them out. Because magnesium is also a plant nutrient found in fertilizers, controlled application near barn grass, trees, and landscaping is far less punishing than chloride-heavy alternatives.
BlendMagic 50 lb single bag of magnesium chloride ice melt
How the magnesium-chloride formula melts ice fast
The pellets and flakes are highly hygroscopic, meaning they pull moisture from the air and the ice surface to begin working almost immediately rather than sitting on top. BlendMagic rates the product to melt ice quickly down to -13°F (-25°C), well below where many sodium-based products stall out. The flake form's larger surface-area contact lets it either melt thin ice across the top quickly or stop fresh ice from bonding to the barn floor in the first place.
BlendMagic magnesium chloride ice melt full pallet bulk supplyBuilt to protect concrete, pavers, and barn surfaces BlendMagic markets this as a "Low Corrosion Formula" that is safe for concrete, metals, sidewalks, steps, and pavers when used properly, an important distinction for the poured aprons and aisle floors at a barn entrance. It minimizes the freeze-thaw cycling that cracks and spalls concrete over a long winter. The recommended application rate is light, 1 to 4 lbs per 500 square feet, with excess slush and water removed before reapplying.
Who ICE MELT by BlendMagic helps
This product is aimed at horse owners and barn managers who have watched a horse or handler slip at the barn entrance and want footing that does not irritate hooves or pet paws. The same flakes serve double duty for dust suppression on unpaved arenas, riding rings, and farm roads, integrating into the footing to hold moisture. It is equally at home on home driveways, decks, patios, and pet runs where families want a salt-free, pet-conscious choice.
How to order and what it costs
Blendmagic Products sells the pure magnesium chloride pellets in a 38 lb pail and 50 lb bags, scaling up to 600 lb (12 x 50), 1,200 lb (24 x 50), and 2,400 lb (48 x 50) pallets, plus a bulk flatbed option for large operations. Pricing on the pellet line starts at $99.99 with seasonal free-shipping promotions, and a Safety Data Sheet is available for handling guidance. Orders and questions go through Blendmagic Products at or blendmagicproducts.com.
What is ICE MELT by BlendMagic — and what's the use case?
Per BlendMagic Products: ICE MELT by BlendMagic Pure Magnesium Chloride Pellets de-ices walkways, barn entries, and driveways safely and effectively.
Per the company: when winter weather hits, icy walkways, barn entrances, and driveways become not just inconvenient — but dangerous. "Many of us have experienced slipping in the ice or snow when leading our horses — it isn't fun. Worse yet, is when the horse slips at the entrance of the barn landing on the barn floor."
What's the difference between ICE MELT and traditional rock salt or calcium chloride?
Per BlendMagic: ICE MELT is 100% pure Magnesium Chloride Pellets — straight from the earth with no additives, no blends, no fillers.
Comparison vs traditional ice melts:
Three times safer than common table salt
Eight times safer than calcium chloride
Non-corrosive to concrete and metal surfaces
Gentle on hooves and paws
Better for landscaping and pasture edges
How effective is it — and at what temperatures?
Per BlendMagic: ICE MELT pellets begin working instantly by absorbing moisture and creating heat, breaking down ice and snow — even at temperatures as low as -13°F.
Why does this matter for horse property safety specifically?
Per BlendMagic: many common ice-melt products contain chemicals that can:
Irritate hooves
Burn pet paws
Damage surfaces
Even harm surrounding grass or trees
Are dangerous if pets lick their paws or curious horses explore recently treated areas
Per the company: ICE MELT is the all-natural, eco-friendly alternative — designed for horse-property safety while still being highly effective.
How is ICE MELT different from Magnesium Chloride Dust Control Pellets — same brand?
Per BlendMagic: distinct products in the company's magnesium-chloride product line.
Pricing as quoted is subject to change due to economic factors and mineral-market conditions — confirm current pricing with BlendMagic directly when ordering.
What is ICE MELT by BlendMagic made of?
It is made of pure magnesium chloride (CAS# 7791-18-6), a salt-free de-icing compound. There is no sodium chloride (rock salt) in the formula. Blendmagic Products offers it in both a pellet form for spreaders and a flat flake form used for arena dust control.
Is BlendMagic ICE MELT safe for horses' hooves?
Yes, it is specifically positioned for barn entrances and walkways where horses cross. Magnesium chloride is far gentler than chloride-heavy or salt-based de-icers that can irritate hooves and dry out skin. The original product copy notes that many common ice melts contain chemicals that can irritate hooves, which is exactly the problem this salt-free formula is designed to avoid.
How cold can it melt ice?
BlendMagic rates the product to melt ice quickly down to -13°F (-25°C). That is well below the effective range of many sodium-chloride products, which lose melting power in deep cold. The magnesium chloride pulls moisture from the air to start working fast even in low temperatures.
Is it safe for dogs and other pets?
Yes. BlendMagic markets the magnesium chloride formula as safe for pet paws and rates magnesium chloride as roughly three times safer than common table salt and eight times safer than calcium chloride. That makes it a popular choice for barns and homes with dogs, barn cats, and other animals crossing treated surfaces.
Will it damage my concrete barn floor or aprons?
BlendMagic describes it as a Low Corrosion Formula that is safe for concrete, sidewalks, steps, and pavers when used properly. It helps minimize the freeze-thaw cycling that cracks and spalls concrete over a winter. As with any de-icer, following the recommended light application rate protects surfaces best.
How much should I apply?
The recommended rate for the pellets is 1 to 4 lbs per 500 square feet. You should remove excess slush and standing water before reapplying. A little goes a long way because the hygroscopic magnesium chloride starts pulling in moisture and working quickly rather than sitting on the surface.
What sizes does it come in?
The pure magnesium chloride pellets are sold in a 38 lb pail and 50 lb bags, scaling up to pallets of 600 lb (12 x 50), 1,200 lb (24 x 50), and 2,400 lb (48 x 50). Blendmagic Products also offers a bulk flatbed load option for large barns, farms, and commercial operations.
How much does BlendMagic ICE MELT cost?
The magnesium chloride pellet line starts at $99.99, with the larger pail and bag configurations listed around $109.99 on the product page. Blendmagic Products runs seasonal promotions, including free-shipping periods. Bulk pallet and flatbed pricing is available for high-volume buyers.
What is the difference between the pellets and the flakes?
Pellets feed cleanly through a standard ice-melt spreader and are the go-to for treating walkways and barn entrances. The flakes lay flat, integrate into footing, and are the industry standard for dust suppression on unpaved arenas and roads, while also melting thin ice fast thanks to their larger surface-area contact. Both are pure magnesium chloride.
Can I use it for dust control in my riding arena?
Yes, the flake form is described as the industry standard for dust suppression on unpaved roads and equestrian arenas. The flakes lay flat and integrate into the surface material to hold moisture, knocking down dust. This gives the product a year-round role beyond just winter ice melting.
Is it safe around grass, trees, and landscaping?
It is positioned as safer for surrounding grass and trees than harsh chloride de-icers, and because magnesium is a nutrient found in fertilizers, controlled application is gentler on vegetation. The flake form is even used for moisture retention in soil. As always, proper application rates matter when treating areas near plants.
Why is salt-free magnesium chloride better than rock salt?
Rock salt (sodium chloride) loses melting power in deep cold, is corrosive to concrete and metal, and can irritate hooves and paws. BlendMagic's salt-free magnesium chloride melts down to -13°F, is rated far less toxic, carries a low-corrosion profile for concrete, and is gentler on animals and vegetation. That combination is why it is marketed for barns specifically.
Who makes ICE MELT by BlendMagic?
It is made and sold by Blendmagic Products, a supplier of magnesium chloride, calcium chloride, and pet-safe and salt-free ice-melt products. The company sells direct through blendmagicproducts.com and offers everything from single pails to full pallets and bulk flatbed loads. They can be reached at 888.605.4332.
Does BlendMagic offer a Safety Data Sheet?
Yes, Blendmagic Products references a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for the magnesium chloride products with full handling and storage guidance. The company recommends using appropriate personal protective equipment and storing the product in a cool, dry, ventilated place. The SDS is the authoritative source for technical and safety details.
Can I use it on driveways, decks, and patios at home too?
Yes. Beyond barns, BlendMagic lists it as suitable for driveways, pavers, landscapes, decks, patios, and roads. Its low-corrosion, pet-conscious, salt-free profile makes it a versatile choice for homeowners who want safer footing without the damage and irritation of traditional rock salt.
Does BlendMagic offer bulk or commercial quantities?
Yes. In addition to single pails and bags, Blendmagic Products sells full pallets up to 2,400 lb (48 x 50 lb bags) and a bulk flatbed load option for large farms, commercial properties, and municipalities. This makes it practical to stock an entire barn or facility for the season in one order.
How do I order ICE MELT by BlendMagic?
You can order directly from Blendmagic Products at blendmagicproducts.com, where the magnesium chloride pellets, flakes, pails, bags, and pallets are listed. Questions and orders can also go through their phone line at 888.605.4332. Watch for the seasonal free-shipping promotions before stocking up for winter.