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Our dry ice is ready when you are—perfect for food transport, lab use, or emergency refrigeration. We deliver high-quality, clean dry ice in the quantities you need, with reliable service and flexible delivery options. Whether you’re keeping products cold or creating special effects(halloween anyone?), we make it simple to get the dry ice you need, fast.
What is Dry Ice?
Dry ice changes directly from a solid to a gas in a process called sublimation in normal atmospheric conditions without going through a wet liquid stage. Therefore it gets the name “dry ice.” Dry Ice sublimates at an estimated rate of 2 kg per 24 hours in a typical cooler. This sublimation rate is from the time of purchase therefore we recommend you pick up dry ice as close to the time of use as possible. If you’re shipping a product we have all the packaging in store you’ll need and we’ll even help you load your items and seal your containers.
When buying dry ice, make sure you have a cooler or another insulated container for transporting. This will slow the sublimation rate until you get to your destination, as well as be a safety precaution. Dry ice must be handled responsibly as direct contract with the skin can cause frostbite.
Dry ice is a natural refrigerant and useful for keeping things frozen because of its extremely cold temperature (-109.3°F / -78.5°C). Dry ice is widely used because of its freezing ability and easy handling using insulated gloves.
Delivered or In-Store
With a simple form or phone call you can set up your ice delivery, or stop by one of our locations today to take home exactly the amount you need.
Dry Ice Prices
Dry Ice (Per KG)
$9.95
Retail price starting at $9.95 per kilogram. Contact us for commercial and special occasion volume pricing.
Spooky, or Safety, it does it all
Multi-Purpose
Dry Ice has a lot of uses, here are just a few of the most popular. Contact us if you have any questions about your requirements for Dry Ice.
For Frozen Goods
Dry Ice is perfect for transporting frozen fish or foods like ice cream or camping supplies, as well as transporting samples for laboratory research, scientific field studies or medical testing.
Halloween Effects
Dry Ice during Halloween can be a fun and eerie addition to anyone’s scary display. Simply put dry ice into warm water and watch as a low moving fog spills out onto the floor and gives a spooky effect.
Fizzy Fruit
Dry ice has recently been discovered to be useful in creating carbonated fruit or “fizzy fruit’. By putting a bock of dry ice in a cooler with any fruit that absorbs water and leaving it sealed for 12 hours you’ll be left with a full flavoured treat that has a fizzy pop like soda!
Industrial Uses
Dry ice is commonly used for industrial projects. Due to it’s low temperature, crushed dry ice will shrink huge pieces of metal so they can fit into housings. Once the shrunk metal is in position the temperature naturally rises and the piece expands to be tightly sealed in place.
Safer Fumigation
Dry ice can also be used to fumigate infestations in certain conditions. Dry ice is heavier than air, so placing enough dry ice into an infested area to sublimate will push out all of the oxygen. This results in suffocating any insects or bacteria that may have grown.
Safe Transport
A very rare use for dry ice is the transportation of used fuel containers. By putting dry ice into bins which at one time contained a flammable substance, the dry ice will turn to a gas state of CO2 and push out all of the oxygen from the container making combustion impossible.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dry Ice in Victoria BC: What You Need Before You Buy or Order
Where can I buy dry ice in Victoria BC?
Simply Pure carries dry ice exclusively at their Douglas Street location at 2340 Douglas Street in Victoria BC. It is the only place on Vancouver Island where dry ice is available for purchase. The store is open Monday through Friday 9am to 3pm and Saturday 9am to 1pm. Calling ahead before your visit is recommended.
What is dry ice and how is it different from regular ice?
Dry ice is solid carbon dioxide that sublimates directly from a solid to a gas without passing through a liquid stage. It operates at -78.5°C, far colder than regular water ice. That temperature is what makes it a reliable natural refrigerant for keeping things frozen. Because it produces no liquid as it dissipates, it is particularly useful for food transport, lab samples, and special effects.
How much does dry ice cost at Simply Pure?
Dry ice at Simply Pure starts at $9.95 per kilogram at their Douglas Street location. Volume pricing is available for commercial orders and special occasions. Contact Simply Pure directly at (250) 920-4002 to discuss your requirements and pricing.
How long does dry ice last once I buy it?
Dry ice sublimates at an estimated rate of 2 kg per 24 hours in a typical cooler. The sublimation starts from the moment of purchase. Simply Pure recommends picking up as close to your time of use as possible. An insulated container will slow the sublimation rate during transport.
What do I need to bring when picking up dry ice from Simply Pure?
You will need an insulated cooler or container to transport dry ice safely from the Douglas Street location. The insulation slows the sublimation rate during transit. It also serves as a safety precaution given that dry ice operates at -78.5°C. If you are shipping a product, Simply Pure stocks packaging in store and staff will help you load and seal your containers.
Is dry ice safe to handle and what precautions should I take?
Dry ice must be handled with care because direct contact with skin can cause frostbite. Insulated gloves are the recommended protection whenever you are handling it. Keep it in a ventilated space, as dry ice releases carbon dioxide gas as it sublimates.
Can I use Simply Pure's dry ice to ship frozen food or lab samples?
Yes, dry ice from Simply Pure is suited for transporting frozen food, fish, ice cream, lab samples, scientific field study materials, and medical testing supplies. Simply Pure stocks all the packaging you need in store. Staff will help load your items and seal your containers before you leave. Picking up as close to your departure time as possible ensures the dry ice lasts for the duration of your journey.
Can I get dry ice delivered in Victoria?
Yes, Simply Pure offers dry ice delivery in Victoria. Requests can be made through the online form on their website or by calling (250) 920-4002. Because dry ice sublimates at 2 kg per 24 hours, the team will work with you on timing to make sure it arrives when you need it.
Can dry ice be used for Halloween fog effects?
Yes, dry ice is a straightforward way to create a low-moving fog effect for Halloween displays. Placing dry ice into warm water triggers sublimation that produces a fog which spills out along the floor rather than rising into the air. Simply Pure carries dry ice at their Douglas Street location at 2340 Douglas Street in Victoria.
Does Simply Pure offer volume pricing on dry ice for commercial orders?
Yes, Simply Pure offers volume pricing on dry ice for commercial orders and special occasions beyond the standard retail rate of $9.95 per kilogram. The Douglas Street location at 2340 Douglas Street is the only place on Vancouver Island where dry ice is available through Simply Pure. To discuss your volume requirements, call (250) 920-4002 or submit a request through the online form on their website.