Safety Information

Guidelines for Safe Dry Ice Use

Use cotton gloves, towels, or pot holders to move dry ice.

Use in a ventilated location.

Children should be supervised by an adult when using dry ice.

Handling

The temperature of dry ice is ·-109 degree F, cold enough to freeze skin cells and cause an injury similar to a

bum. Always handle dry ice with protective gloves or a towel.

Storage

Store dry ice in an insulated container. Do not store ice in a container that is completely airtight. As the ice changes to CO2 (carbon dioxide) gas, it will cause an airtight container to expand or possibly explode.

Ventilation

Dry ice gives off CO2, into the air. So if dry ice has been in a closed car, van, or room for more than 10 minutes, open the doors and windows before entering.  Otherwise, you will experience difficulty breathing.  Leave the area immediately if you start to breathe quickly or your fingernails and lips turn blue.

INTENTIONAL MISUSE OF DRY ICE
MAY BE HARMFUL OR FATAL.