Where does it go? · Haushalt
Disposing of: Dry ice
Let dry ice evaporate in a well-ventilated place (e.g. outdoors). Don't put it in the sink, toilet or bin and never in a closed container.
Don't touch with bare hands (–78 °C) and don't seal it airtight.
01 Where it goes
- 01 · RECOMMENDEDGeneral waste binSmall amounts can go in the general waste bin.
03 Good to know
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05 Disposing of Dry ice in your city
? FAQ: Dry ice
Q01Where do I take Dry ice in Germany?
Let dry ice evaporate in a well-ventilated place (e.g. outdoors). Don't put it in the sink, toilet or bin and never in a closed container.
Q02Does disposing of Dry ice cost anything?
It depends on your city: many offer free bulky-waste pickups or free drop-off at the recycling centre up to a certain amount. Check your city page for the exact fees.