Published October 7, 2020
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Dry ice: carbon dioxide poisoning is possible
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Alongside its long-lasting cooling properties, which are utilised for the storage, ship- ping and transportation of fresh and frozen goods, commercially available dry ice is also used to create fog effects at events such as private parties or concerts. The Ger- man Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) is publishing this Opinion on the health risks of dry ice to consumers.