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Dry Ice · Dry Ice Basics


Dry ice is the solid form of carbon dioxide (CO₂) gas. It has a freezing temperature of -109.3°F (-78.5°C).

Dry ice has an unusual property called sublimation — it transitions directly from a solid to a gas without passing through a liquid phase. This makes it ideal for keeping products frozen during shipping without the mess of melting ice.

Key characteristics of dry ice:

  • Temperature: -109.3°F (-78.5°C)
  • Non-toxic, non-corrosive, and non-conductive
  • Sublimates (turns to gas) rather than melting
  • Approximately 2-3x the cooling capacity of regular ice

For more detailed information, visit our Dry Ice Resource Page.