What is Dry Ice?

 

Dry Ice is another term for solid carbon dioxide. Most of you know that carbon dioxide ("CO2") is the gas that we exhale every time we breathe. But when CO2 gas is compressed, it changes to CO2 solid.

 

Why do we use Dry Ice?

 

Dry Ice is very cold – in fact its surface temperature is approximately -110 degrees F, much colder than regular ice which has a surface temperature of 32 degrees F. Because Dry Ice is so cold, it is an excellent refrigerant that can keep perishable food products cool until they arrive to you, the customer.

 

Why wasn't there any Dry Ice remaining when my package arrived?

 

Dry Ice has special properties that are much different than regular ice. This is due to the chemical differences between water ("H2O") and CO2. Water changes from a solid (ice) then melts to a liquid, then evaporates to a gas (steam). Dry Ice skips the liquid phase and changes from a solid directly to a gas. This change is called "sublimation". The dry ice used in the food products we offer usually lasts between 24 - 36 hours. Since we ship our products via Fedex 2nd day air, it is common for there to be little or no dry ice remaining upon receipt. However, your order will still be cold – ready to be put right in your freezer or cook that night!