Dry Ice for Medical & Pharmaceutical Organisations
At Dry Ice WA, we supply high-quality, food-grade and medical-suitable dry ice to hospitals, medical laboratories, research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, clinical trial organisations, and specialty pharmacies across Western Australia.
Dry ice (solid CO₂) reaches an ultra-low temperature of -78.5°C and sublimates directly from solid to gas — leaving no liquid residue or moisture. This makes it the ideal choice for temperature-critical applications in the medical and pharmaceutical sectors where contamination must be avoided and precise cold chain integrity is essential.
Key Applications in Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
1. Cold Chain Transport & Shipping
Dry ice is the gold standard for maintaining ultra-low temperatures during transport of:
• Vaccines (including mRNA-based and temperature-sensitive formulations)
• Biologics and protein-based medications
• Blood samples, plasma, and human tissue
• Human organs for transplantation
• Clinical trial samples (blood, DNA, RNA, tissue biopsies)
• Pharmaceutical raw materials and finished products
Our dry ice ensures reliable -70°C to -80°C conditions for extended periods — critical for interstate or regional shipments within WA and beyond.
2. Storage of Temperature-Sensitive Materials
Many medical and pharmaceutical products require consistent ultra-low storage:
• Long-term storage of biological samples in research labs
• Backup or temporary storage during power outages or freezer maintenance
• Preservation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and unstable compounds
• Short-term holding of insulin, chemotherapy drugs, and specialty injectables in clinics
Because dry ice produces no moisture, it eliminates the risk of water-related contamination or sample degradation.
3. Cryopreservation & Sample Preservation
Laboratories and biotech organisations rely on dry ice for:
• Freezing and storing cell lines, tissues, and genetic material
• Preserving viability of live cells and microorganisms
• Maintaining integrity during freeze-thaw cycles in research protocols
4. Specialty Pharmacy & Home Delivery
Compounding pharmacies and specialty medication providers use dry ice for safe delivery of temperature-sensitive drugs directly to patients’ homes across Perth and regional WA.
5. Clean & Validated Equipment Maintenance
Dry ice blasting (non-abrasive cleaning) is increasingly used in pharmaceutical manufacturing and medical device production to:
• Clean moulds, tooling, and production equipment without chemicals or water
• Remove residues while maintaining GMP compliance
• Reduce downtime and product rejection rates
Why Choose Dry Ice WA for Medical & Pharmaceutical Supply?
• Medical-grade suitable dry ice — produced and handled to high purity standards
• Reliable Perth-based supply — fast same-day or next-day delivery across the metro area and regional WA routes
• Competitive pricing & bulk options — tailored for regular laboratory, hospital, and pharma customers
• Safe handling guidance — we provide advice on IATA/UN compliant packaging, ventilation, labelling, and CO₂ safety for transport
• Cold chain expertise — years of supporting WA’s healthcare and research community
Important Safety & Compliance Notes
• Dry Ice must be used in well-ventilated areas or approved shippers to prevent CO₂ buildup.
• Proper insulated containers, absorbent material, and correct labelling are required for air/road transport (we can supply packaging materials and advice).
• Always follow TGA, IATA, and your organisation’s internal SOPs when handling dry ice with medicinal or biological goods.
Contact Us for Medical & Pharmaceutical Dry Ice
Whether you need regular scheduled deliveries for your lab, urgent supply for a clinical trial shipment, or bulk dry ice for vaccine storage — we’re here to help.
Dry ice is a highly effective refrigerant agent and can be used to transport organs, biological samples, pharmaceuticals and vaccines. Dry ice is effective in ensuring that the material being transported is kept within an appropriate temperature range.
Dry ice has been deemed fit for purpose as a safe agent for the refrigeration and cooling of pharmaceutical and medical samples requiring storage.
Dry Ice Blasting can safely and effectively clean both medical devices and medical manufacturing equipment. The importance of using clean medical devices goes without saying and it is also imperative that medical devices be manufactured with precision. Dry Ice Blasting cleans with precision to ensure a seamless manufacturing operation.
Medical professionals can also use dry ice to freeze warts or other skin-related imperfections for removal.
