Dry Ice and CO2 Sublimation Products — household safety profile
Elevated riskSolid carbon dioxide (dry ice) used for fog effects, food preservation, shipping, and cleaning.
What is this product?
Solid carbon dioxide (dry ice) used for fog effects, food preservation, shipping, and cleaning. Sublimation in enclosed spaces displaces oxygen, causing asphyxiation. Direct skin contact causes cryogenic burns (-78.5C). CO2 at concentrations >5% causes headache, dizziness, and at >10% causes unconsciousness within minutes.
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Sublimation Product
Who's most at risk
- Children — Developing endocrine and neurological systems, higher exposure per body weight
Red flags — when to walk away
- Use without recommended protective equipment — Exposure to hazardous chemicals or particles without protection.
Green flags — what to look for
- Third-party safety certification visible on packaging — Product has been independently tested to applicable safety standards.
Safer alternatives
- Glycol-based fog machines — no asphyxiation risk
- Fan-based low-lying fog machines with glycol fluid — Safer alternative to conventional products
- Gel packs for shipping instead of dry ice — Safer alternative to conventional products
Frequently asked questions
Who should be careful with Dry Ice and CO2 Sublimation Products?
Vulnerable populations identified for this product type: children.
Are there safer alternatives to Dry Ice and CO2 Sublimation Products?
Yes — consider: Glycol-based fog machines; Fan-based low-lying fog machines with glycol fluid; Gel packs for shipping instead of dry ice. See the Safer alternatives section above for details.
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