HEAT PAX® FAQ
Heat Pax® is a brand of warmers made specifically for workers who work in extreme temperatures. The Heat Pax® brand has a line of Hand, Toe, and Body warmers for an array of uses for maximum comfort. Even though these were designed with the worker in mind, Heat Pax® can be used by anyone in cold environments.
Heat Pax® has been through rigorous testing to ensure quality and longevity. The statements made on this site, and on the Heat Pax® packaging have been proven by a 3rd party independent testing company..
Heat Pax® Warmers are filled with a mixture of ingredients, including iron powder, which oxidizes when exposed to air. This reaction produces a powerful exothermic reaction, resulting in heat.
Heat Pax® are activated in 3 easy steps:
- Remove the Heat Pax® from the packaging by tearing it open where indicated.
- Shake the pack for a few seconds for immediate activation. (Heat Pax® may take up to 10 minutes to reach maximum heat).
- Place the Heat Pax® in your pocket, shoe, winter liner, or specifically designed winter wear equipped with Heat Pax® pockets.
NOTE: These instructions can also be found on the packaging of each Heat Pax® product.
Yes, Heat Pax® are made of natural, odorless, non-toxic ingredients. Please refer to the activation instructions on the back of each package for detailed information on how to properly use Heat Pax® . To ensure your safety:
- Do NOT apply directly to frostbite.
- Do NOT use with other devices or heat up with external heating sources.
- Do NOT use with infants, young children, elderly, or handicapped persons without supervision.
- Do NOT use on skin that may be sensitive to or cannot feel heat.
- Do NOT use directly against the skin while sleeping.
Hand Warmers will have 10 hours* of full power. Toe warmers will have 6 hours* of full power. Body Warmers will have 24 hours* of full power. *Heat Pax® performance may vary when used in temperatures far below freezing, and without sufficient airflow.
Heat Pax® can be re-used if the heating is suspended while they are still emitting heat. To suspend your Heat Pax® heating capabilities you must place them in an airtight container, like a sealed zip top bag. When the Heat Pax® are re-exposed to air, they will become hot again. Once your Heat Pax® has been fully consumed (has expelled the corresponding number of hours of heat) they cannot be re-heated. Please discard your Heat Pax® once it has been fully consumed.