WetFire tinder was born from the need for a universal lighting material that was safe, easy-to-carry, and unaffected by wind or water. Originally designed for military troops, you now can also be prepared like them. If you are into the outdoors and find yourself hiking, camping, or backpacking-you never know where you might end up and with what kind of weather. Ultimate Survival Technologies’ WetFire tinder is hands down the best fire-starting tinder material available anywhere in the world. It is individually packaged in a lightweight solid cube form that won’t leak or damage your gear. It leaves none of the residue of other petroleum-based products and is non-toxic and has virtually no odor. The tinder cubes burn with almost no smoke and can be started even in high winds and inclement weather. In fact, the tinder burns while floating in water and actually burns longer when wet. WetFire tinder is non-toxic and extinguishes instantly.