Dry Ice Pellets in
Nicholasville / Lexington
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Dry Ice Kentucky sells dry ice pellets for local pickup at 3004 Park Central Ave, Suite B, Nicholasville, KY 40356. We're in the Park Central business park just off US-27, a short drive from Lexington. We serve customers from Lexington, Georgetown, Wilmore, Versailles, Richmond and communities across Central Kentucky.

We're open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We're closed Saturday and Sunday. If you need dry ice for a weekend event, plan to pick it up Friday and store it in a well-insulated, ventilated cooler.

Call or text (859) 514-3114, or email order@dryiceky.com. Tell us how many lbs you need (10, 20, 50 or 100 lbs) and roughly when you're coming, and we'll have it ready. Online ordering is coming soon.

Yes. Same-day pickup is available Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM, and walk-ins are welcome while supply lasts. Calling or texting ahead is the best way to make sure your order is ready when you arrive.

• 10 lbs: $35.00 ($3.50 per lb)
• 20 lbs: $60.00 ($3.00 per lb)
• 50 lbs: $140.00 ($2.80 per lb)
• 100 lbs: $250.00 ($2.50 per lb)

There are no hidden fees. For 200 lbs or more, call or text for bulk pricing.

Yes. Bring a ventilated cooler, or add one of our foam containers to your order: small/standard ($10), medium ($18) or large ($25). The container must let gas escape. Never use an airtight container.

You'll need:

• A valid ID showing you're 18 or older
• A cooler, unless you're buying one of our foam containers

When you arrive, park near the Dry Ice Kentucky sign at Suite B and use the pickup door on the right side of the building, not the main office entrance. Call or text (859) 514-3114 to let us know you're here.

Pay at the counter when you pick up, with cash or card. No deposit is required, and there's nothing to pay ahead of time.

No. Dry Ice Kentucky is local pickup only. We do not ship or deliver dry ice from this location.

Yes. For 200 lbs or more, or a recurring order for a restaurant, caterer, lab or business, call or text (859) 514-3114 ahead of time. We'll confirm supply and have your order staged for pickup.

No. Dry ice sublimates (turns into gas) continuously, so all sales are final. Use our "How Much Do I Need?" estimator or give us a call, and we'll help you buy the right amount.

We sell dry ice pellets. Pellets are easy to portion, fill the gaps around products in a cooler or shipping box, and work great for fog effects. If you need blocks for a specific application, call or text us and we'll tell you what we can do.

A good planning range is about 5–10 lbs of dry ice per 24 hours in a well-insulated cooler. Fill the cooler as fully as possible, limit how often it's opened, and keep it out of the sun to make your dry ice last longer. Try the estimator on our site for a starting recommendation, or call us to talk through your job.

Dry ice doesn't melt. It sublimates straight from a solid into carbon dioxide gas. In a quality cooler, expect to lose roughly 5–10 lbs per day. Higher temperatures, thin insulation, empty air space and frequent opening all speed that up.

Put warm or hot water in a sturdy, open container, then add dry ice pellets with gloves or tongs. Thick, low-lying fog rolls out immediately. As the water cools, the fog thins, so swap in fresh warm water to keep it going. Use fog in ventilated areas only, and keep children and pets from leaning into or lying in it.

Yes. That dense, floor-hugging cloud effect is made with dry ice and a dry ice fog machine, which you can rent from event or DJ companies. Pick up your dry ice the day of, or Friday for a weekend wedding. Confirm with your venue and fog-machine provider how many lbs they need for your event.

We don't recommend putting dry ice directly into drinks people will consume. Swallowing a pellet can cause serious internal injury. For a smoking punch bowl, place dry ice and warm water in a separate container nested beneath or beside the serving bowl, so the dry ice never touches anything people drink.

Yes, both are among the most common uses.

• Shipping: Pack products in an insulated shipper that lets gas vent. Never tape a container airtight. Check your carrier's dry ice rules before you ship, because carriers require special labeling and quantity limits.
• Power outage: Place dry ice on top of food (cold sinks), with cardboard or a towel in between, and keep the door closed as much as possible.

Dry ice is about -109°F (-78.5°C) and can cause frostbite-like burns in seconds.

• Always use insulated gloves or tongs, and never touch it with bare skin.
• When driving, keep fresh air moving: crack a window and go straight to your destination.
• Never leave dry ice in a closed car, especially with people or pets inside. The carbon dioxide gas it releases can build up in enclosed spaces.

Store dry ice in a ventilated, insulated cooler in a well-ventilated area, away from children and pets. Don't put it in your home freezer, because it can trip the thermostat or damage the appliance. Never use an airtight container. To dispose of it, let it sublimate in an open, well-ventilated space, ideally outdoors. Never put it in a sink, toilet, drain or trash can.