Frequently Asked Questions
How much dry ice do I need? How long will my dry ice last?
It depends. There is no single answer to how long your dry ice will last. Cooler design, ambient conditions, and the types of items stored all influence how long dry ice lasts, making the exact length of time difficult to estimate.
Use the chart below as a guide to estimate how much dry ice you need.
| Cooler Size (qts) | 12 Hours | 1 Day | 2 Days | 3 Days | 4 Days | 5 Days | 7+ Days |
| 5-10 | 1-5 lbs | 5-10 lbs | 10 lbs | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 20 | 1-5 lbs | 5-10 lbs | 10-15 lbs | 20-30 lbs | 30-40 lbs | N/A | N/A |
| 40 | 5 lbs | 5-10 lbs | 10-15 lbs | 25-30 lbs | 30-40 lbs | 50 lbs | N/A |
| 65 | 5 lbs | 5-10 lbs | 10-15 lbs | 25-30 lbs | 30-40 lbs | 50 lbs | 70-100 lbs |
| 100 | 5-10 lbs | 10-15 lbs | 15-20 lbs | 30-50 lbs | 50-70 lbs | 70-100 lbs | 100-200 lbs |
Listed dry ice weights are provided as estimates only.
The estimates above are a good start, but making your dry ice last is up to you.
| IN GENERAL, AN EMPTY 45 QUART COOLER CAN FIT 50 LBS OF DRY ICE PELLETS |
Tips for extending the life of dry ice:
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• Use a well insulated cooler • Open cooler as little as possible • Keep cooler out of direct sunlight |
• Minimize cooler airspace • Insulate the outside of the cooler |
What is the average size of Cayman’s dry ice pellet?
Cayman’s dry ice pellets vary in size and dry ice will shrink as it sublimates over time. We produce pellets that are either 3 mm or 16 mm in diameter. Currently our default is the 3 mm pellet, which is sometimes referred to as a "rice-sized" pellet. These small pellets are very versatile compared to large blocks of dry ice.
What are your hours?
We are generally open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., however, we are closed for the following holidays:
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving and the following Friday
• Christmas Eve through New Year’s Day
All orders for same day pickup must be placed by 4 p.m. and picked up before 5 p.m. If you can not make it before closing time please arrange to pick up your order the following business day. Please have your order number handy for faster pickup.
How can I cancel my order?
If you need to cancel your order for any reason, please complete the form below or email dryice@caymanchem.com with your order information. We will cancel the order and process a refund immediately. Please allow up to 10 business days for the refund to appear on your payment method.
Have unanswered questions?
Submit your questions or feedback using the form below and we will get back to you within a couple of days. If you have an urgent matter, please contact us at 734-709-0693.
