Is the gas (CO2) which comes from dry ice toxic?

Question

well i heard if you keep breathing it in directly you can sufficate. But would it be ok if i use dry ice to cool drinks if i don't swallow the dry ice?

Answer 1

ITS BEST NOT TO PUT ANYTHING CARBON NEAR YOUR DRINKS  

Answer 2

yes if you keep breating high quantities yes it is. But you can be surrounded by it for a period of time and it wont do anything.

Answer 3

its 110 below  dont let it touch u skin   dont drink with it still visable   ...freezer burn can occure      you wont suffercate   ... youd pass out first then most likely  u would be away from the ice so that u could breath more air and get more oxygen.

Answer 4

CO2 comes from dry ice at -40 deg C is not good for anyone.

Answer 5

Breathing gas which has come directly from a solid at -40 deg C is not good for anyone, nor is bringing solid CO2 in contact with your lips or tongue.  The CO2 may freeze your drink.