Dry Ice

Dry Ice (frozen carbon dioxide) is useful for freezing and keeping samples frozen because of its very cold temperature of -78.5°C. It changes directly from a solid to a gas (sublimation) in normal atmospheric conditions without going through a wet liquid stage. Therefore, it is known as “dry ice.” As a general rule, dry ice will sublimate at a rate of 2 to 4 kg every 24 hours in a typical ice chest.

To allow transportation of biological samples, it is possible to request dry ice in blocks of 1 kg (pack time).  Usually, the dry ice is stored in foam boxes together with the samples. We do not supply these boxes, so come prepared. This service may be ordered via our Ordering System. Please make your request by the Thursday before you need it.

Any questions should be addressed to Yael Brihand, tel. 073-378-5223.