Liquid Calcium Chloride for Dust Control

Duration depends on product choice, traffic level, surface condition, weather, and application method. RDS38 Road Dust Stabilizer lasts 3 to 4 months per application on high-traffic unpaved roads. Glycerin DC-100 lasts 3 to 4 weeks per application, with subsequent applications covering up to approximately 26,000 sq. ft. per 330-gallon tote. ZHP Water Wetter supports routine watering programs by improving water coverage, penetration, and moisture retention.

RDS38 Road Dust Stabilizer is reinvigorated by rain and moisture rather than washed out, according to Zircon's product page. It pulls moisture into the road base to help control both existing dust and new dust created by daily traffic. Glycerin DC-100 also benefits from intermittent watering or atmospheric moisture to help maintain product activity between applications.

Product fit depends on the surface and traffic level. RDS38 Road Dust Stabilizer is the main fit for high-traffic unpaved industrial roads, mining haul roads, quarry roads, and trucking surfaces. Glycerin DC-100 is a self-applied biodegradable option for unpaved roads and gravel surfaces. ZHP Water Wetter is a non-ionic surfactant for water-based dust suppression programs, including water trucks and spray-based applications.

These products can support documented dust-management and compliance programs when selected and applied correctly. RDS38 supports proactive road dust management for industrial facilities and surrounding communities. ZHP Water Wetter is positioned to address OSHA 1926.1153 surfactant requirements for applicable asphalt milling machine dust-control programs. Facilities should confirm requirements with their environmental, safety, or compliance team before specifying a product.

Glycerin DC-100 is the environmentally focused option in this lineup. Zircon describes it as 100% food-derived from soy oil and 100% biodegradable/safe for aquatic life. It is used as a do-it-yourself dust control solution for unpaved roads and lasts 3 to 4 weeks per application. Customers should review the SDS, product label, runoff controls, and site-specific environmental requirements before using it near drainage areas, waterways, or sensitive sites.

Both options are available depending on the product. RDS38 Road Dust Stabilizer is delivered and applied as a turnkey service by Zircon Industries, with application included in the product price. Glycerin DC-100 is self-applied, mixed 50/50 with water, and available in 330-gallon totes. ZHP Water Wetter is added to water-based dust suppression programs at a ratio of roughly 1 part ZHP to 1,500-3,000 parts water, depending on application guidance.