How Long Do Gel Ice Packs Last？
The duration that gel ice packs last during shipping can vary based on several factors, including the type of gel pack, the shipping method, the duration of transit, and the ambient temperature. Generally, gel ice packs can maintain their cold temperature for:
· Water Injection Ice Packs: Typically last about 24 to 48 hours in a well-insulated shipping container, depending on the conditions.
· Insulated Packaging: Using insulated boxes or coolers can extend the cooling duration, potentially keeping the contents cold for 48 hours or more.
· Shipping Method: Express shipping options can minimize the time the gel packs are exposed to warmer temperatures, helping to maintain their effectiveness.
Reusable Gel Ice Pack For Food Shipping
1.Non-toxic( The inner materials are mainly water, high polymer.) and they are tested with Acute Oral Toxicity Report.
2.Easy to carry, and wide range application if coolness needed.
3.Repeated use before its expiration date.
4.Customized options available from inner materials to the visual design
5.The round-angle ice pack is available to avoid a damage possibly occurred by gel Ice pack sharper angles.
Do Gel Packs Last Longer Than Dry Ice?
Gel packs and dry ice serve different purposes and have different durations for maintaining cold temperatures. Here’s a comparison:
Duration: Gel packs typically last about 24 to 48 hours in a well-insulated environment, depending on factors like size, insulation, and ambient temperature.
non-reusable Dry Ice:
Duration: Dry ice can last significantly longer than gel packs, often 24 to 72 hours or more, depending on the amount used and the insulation of the shipping container. It sublimates (turns from solid to gas) at a rate of about 5 to 10 pounds every 24 hours in a well-insulated environment.
What About Dry Ice Packs?
Dry ice packs are specialized cooling packs that mimic the effects of dry ice without containing any dry ice itself. Unlike common gel ice packs filled with a gel-like substance, these packs use a unique material that stays dry even as it transitions from solid to liquid. This innovative material can maintain very low temperatures for extended durations, often lasting 2 to 3 times longer than standard gel packs.
Huizhou Hydrate Dry Ice Pack For Cold Chain
Huizhou Hydrate Dry Ice Packs are deigned for fresh food as well as other temperature sensitive items during their cold chain shipment,usually they are more popular for seafood. Hydrate dry ice packs are supposed to bring the ambient temperature in one package under control through cool-heat transfer.Comparing with gel ice pack, Hydrate Dry Ice Packs needs one more step of water absorption in advance before use.
· 9 cells (3×3 cube): 28*40cm per sheet
· 12 cells (2×6 cube): 28*40cm per sheet
· 24 cells (4×6 cube): 28*40cm per sheet
Dry Ice Pack vs Gel Ice Packs: Which One Suits Your Business
The choice between the two will depend on the specific requirements of the items being shipped and the desired temperature range.
Gel packs are effective for shorter trips and for items that do not require freezing temperatures. In contrast, dry ice packs are more suitable for longer shipments and for maintaining food products in a completely frozen state.
About Huizhou
Our main products are gel ice packs, bolsas de gelo cheias de água, hidratar bolsas de gelo seco,Freezer Ice Brick, lancheiras isoladas, mochilas isoladas para viagem, Caixas isoladas em EPP, Refrigeradores médicos VPU, insulated box liners, insulated pallet cover and Cold chain packaging materials,etc.