An Iron-Based Chemical ReactionMost self-heating food packages utilize an iron-based chemical reaction to generate heat. An oxidizing agent like sodium chloride or calcium chloride is separated from iron powder within the multilayer packaging. When the two are combined by crushing, bending, or puncturing the internal compartment, an exothermic reaction occurs that produces heat without an...
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