Dry Ice in Punch

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Dry ice is crystallized carbon dioxide most often used for long-term refrigeration. Touching it could result in burns.

Although dry ice is not toxic, it can cause severe burns and even frostbite, therefore it is advisable to avoid putting dry ice directly into a punch bowl where small pieces could be ladled into a cup and swallowed.

Lori Wuellner, LWuellne@oznet.ksu.edu
County Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Services
Wyandotte County, Kansas
Kansas State University Research and Extension