FAQ
- Frequently Asked Questions about Dry Ice
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What do I need to prepare
when I buy Dry Ice?
Dry Ice will sublimate at a rate of ten to 30 percent every
24 hours in a typical ice chest so remember to pick up dry
ice as close to the time needed as possible.
Bring an insulated
ice chest or purchase one of our Dry Ice and Gases insulated
EPS Foam containers to hold the Dry Ice and slow the sublimation
rate.
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Keep the container closed as much as possible until you use the Dry Ice.
Dry ice will not keep in a freezer
or refrigerator – the movement of air will increase
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How do I handle Dry Ice safely?
- Dry Ice will sublimate into Carbon Dioxide (CO2) gas.
- Store Dry Ice in an insulated container - the better the insulation,
the slower the Dry Ice sublimation. Do not store Dry Ice in a
refrigerator or a freezer (unless the Dry Ice is being used to
maintain the proper holding temperature).
- Do not store Dry Ice in an airtight container; never store
in a glass container. The sublimation of Dry Ice into Carbon Dioxide gas will cause an airtight container to expand, rupture or burst.
- Always store Dry Ice in a well ventilated area. Avoid
storing Dry Ice in unventilated rooms, cellars, autos or
boat holds. The sublimated Carbon Dioxide gas will sink to low
areas and replace oxygenated air. Carbon
Dioxide gas at elevated concentrations may be fatal when breathed.
- Some surfaces left in direct contact with Dry Ice may
be damaged by the extreme cold. Adhesives may become brittle and break.
View Safe Handling
Instructions for Dry Ice (PDF).
1. Where can I buy Dry Ice in Canada?
You can buy Dry Ice, Dry Ice packaging and shipping containers
at:
Dry
Ice & Gases
26 Dorchester Ave,
Toronto, Ontario
Canada. M8Z 4W3
T: (416) 252-7137
2. Where do you Ship Dry Ice in Canada?
We ship to almost any location in Ontario: Toronto, Burlington, Mississauga, Oakville and most other locations within Canada: New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Quebec, Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and the N.W.Territories.
3. What Type of Dry Ice can I buy?
Depending on your requirements, our Dry Ice is available in a
number of formats including Dry Ice blocks, custom cut Dry Ice
slabs, Dry Ice nuggets, Dry Ice rice and in various sizes. View various Dry Ice formats on our Dry Ice page.
4. I only Need a small amount of Dry Ice.
We are happy to ship small volume
orders next day to almost any location in Canada.
5. It's the weekend - and I forgot to order Dry Ice! Where can I buy Dry Ice in Toronto?
You can pick up Dry Ice from our Head Office in Toronto , Ontario Saturdays until noon. Or just call us Monday through Friday, and we'll arrange a weekend delivery.
6. Do you Ship Frozen Goods Internationally?
Yes, our Sister company, Frozen
On Time offers full service frozen or chilled shipping
services including pick-up, document preparation and small
lot shipping from Canada to around the world. At this time, all the orders and goods must originate in Canada.
Please see FrozenonTime.com for more information.
6. Do you Sell Frozen / Chilled Shipping Supplies?
We can supply you with all the materials you need to handle your
own frozen shipping requirements. Just give us a call,
send us an email
or come on in and speak to our friendly
and knowledgeable customer service representatives who will answer
your questions and provide the guidance you need.
Contact Dry Ice & Gases today: (416) 252-7137 or info@dryiceandgases.com
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