Dry ice is the solid form of carbon dioxide. It is extremely cold and is commonly used for cooling, freezing, transport, smoke effects, events, laboratories, food applications and dry ice blasting.

FAQs Archive

Q: Do you provide dry ice blasting services in Melbourne?

Yes. Cold Jet has dry ice cleaning technicians based in Melbourne who provide on-site cleaning across Melbourne and Victoria. Call 1300 26 53 53 or request a quote online.

Q: How do I handle and store dry ice safely?

Always handle dry ice with gloves, as it’s −78.5°C and can cause cold burns. Store it in an esky that isn’t airtight, and never seal it in a closed container. Use it in well-ventilated areas, keep windows open when transporting it in a car, and keep it away from children and pets.

Q: How long does dry ice last?

In a good-quality esky, dry ice typically loses around 2–4 kg every 24 hours, depending on the esky, how often it’s opened and the outside temperature. Blocks last longer than pellets or nuggets.

Q: How much does dry ice cost in Melbourne?

Small-order prices are listed on Dry Ice Direct. Bulk and commercial pricing depends on quantity and delivery, so call 1300 26 53 53 for a quote.

Q: Where can I buy dry ice in Melbourne?

For orders up to 20 kg delivered within 25 km of Melbourne, order online through Dry Ice Direct (dryicedirect.com.au). For bulk or commercial supply, call Cold Jet Australia on 1300 26 53 53. We produce dry ice at our Dandenong South facility. 2/15 Commercial Drive, Dandenong South 3175

Q: Do I need to order dry ice before pickup?

Whist we do hold some spare Dry Ice Nuggets as spare, it is best to order a minimum of 24 hours in advance via our click and collect page https://coldjet.com.au/buy-dry-ice-sydney/ . Alternatively, you can call to place your order 1300 26 53 53.

Q: What industries use dry ice blasting?

Dry ice blasting is commonly used in food and beverage, medical devices, automotive, aerospace, packaging, power generation, mining, and contract cleaning industries.