Dry Ice Safety: Do’s and Don’ts

Dry ice is solid carbon dioxide and is super cold at -109.3°F or -78.5°C. While this can make dry ice a ton of fun for at-home activities and very useful in science experiments and demonstrations, it also means there are important guidelines to follow when using dry ice so that everyone stays safe. Read our do’s and don’ts of dry ice safety and check out our dry ice safety video! Top Five Do’s and Don’ts of Dry Ice Safety: 1. Don’t eat or drink dry ice 2. Don’t store dry ice in an airtight container 3. Never touch dry ice directly 4. Only use dry ice under adult supervision 5. Give yourself and dry ice some breathing room