What You’ll Need to Handle Dry Ice the Right Way
Are you interested in using dry ice, but are unsure of which precautions you should be taking?
Are you interested in using dry ice, but are unsure of which precautions you should be taking? You’ve come to the right place for all things dry ice. Dry ice is a versatile product, but you have to make sure that you’re taking all of the necessary precautions before starting with it. Read on to learn what it is you need to handle dry ice the right way.
What’s Dry Ice?
Dry ice is carbon dioxide, but in a solid form. It is primarily used as a cooling agent because of it’s extremely low temperature of 109 degrees Fahrenheit. It is a popular product that can be used for many different reasons. However, as mentioned earlier, it is a product that has to be handled with absolute care.
Tongs or Thick Gloves
The Dry Ice Corporation recommends using tongs and thick gloves when you are handling ice. The extremely low and cold temperature of this ice can cause severe skin damage upon contact once exposed to skin. Don’t ingest this ice directly as the lower temperatures create a similarly harmful effect to your body’s internal organs.
Well-Ventilated Spot
Make sure that you’re in a well-ventilated spot when exposing this ice to the air. Dry ice produces a massive amount of carbon dioxide gas during sublimation, which can fill an entire enclosed space. An increased amount of exposure within an enclosed spot could cause light-headedness, even potentially suffocation. When transporting ice in a car, always make sure that the windows are open. This will prevent any carbon dioxide gas from replacing the oxygen inside your car entirely with carbon dioxide.
Adult Supervision and Oversight
Dry ice is sometimes used in classrooms and at home for science projects and other fun activities, as well as in the kitchen for catering events. The Dry Ice Corporation recommends adult supervision with younger kids who might be unaware of the potential risks of handling ice. The smoke effect created from this ice could cause curiosity, so make sure that your product isn’t ingested, and direct skin contact is always avoided.
Dry Ice For All Your Needs
Dry Ice Corp is the largest regional supplier of dry ice and related products in the Northeastern United States. Our ice is fresh and delivered right to your doorstep. We are happy to help you determine the best way to ship your goods, whether you have a huge amount of cookies or a single pie, and help you select the perfect amount of dry ice for the job. Give us a call at (201) 767-3200 or contact us online for a quote. To connect with us online, be sure to follow us on Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter.
