Is Dry Ice and CO2 dangerous?
• Ordinarily, no. Your body naturally produces CO2. However, just like with any other substance, if mishandled, can be dangerous. Water, oxygen, sunlight, and many other ordinary items can be dangerous. Many things around a bar can be dangerous if you did not know anything about them. We use potentially harmful stuff everyday, such as matches, glass, alcohol, and knives without even thinking about the dangers because we have some knowledge to use them safely. It’s the same thing with Dry Ice. So, Respect Dry Ice but don’t be scared of it. Using Dry Ice and CO2 is no less dangerous than the glass that you are drinking from. You just need to know how to handle it – see below. A little education is all that is needed. Most Dry Ice is only available as “food grade” and safe to contact food. Always check when purchasing though!
