menu Home Gases Carbon Dioxide Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) Application expertise, supply security, and quality you can depend on Carbon dioxide (CO₂) is used as a cryogenic agent to remove heat, economically and precisely controlling the temperature of both the product and process for food chilling, cooling, and freezing applications and to preserve quality and shelf life when used for Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP). CO₂ is also used to achieve consistent flavor, carbonation, and taste for alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage production and to optimize productivity in bottling and canning dispensing lines. CO₂ can be an effective way to increase growth and reduce crop damage in greenhouses, and is a safer and economical alternative to acids and chemicals in water treatment applications for pulp & paper mills, industrial operations, and municipal water treatment facilities. CO₂ is also commonly used as a shielding gas for Welding and Metals applications. Read more... Overview Applications Supply Options Ask the Expert Resources CONTACT US Reliable CO₂ Supply Closer Than You Think Robust network of production plants and distribution capabilities Excellent record of meeting on-time needs Industry leader in safety Technical support when you need it World-class customer service ap0042-certificate Certified Quality Specifications Air Products is certified to the highest benchmarks for Food Safety standards and Water Quality assurances ap0038-truck Secure Supply Delivered Safely Utilizing a robust plant and distribution network, combined with industry-leading safety standards, Air Products keeps you running ap0106-handshake Industry Applications and Expertise Let our team of applications engineers work with you to understand your needs and deliver the optimal CO₂ solution ap0008-safety Operational Efficiency Air Products manages your tank inventory, delivering on time and with the right volume to match your production Applications Filter by Industry or Segment Filter by Industry or Segment Aerospace Analytical Labs and Research/Science Automotive Beverages Beers/Lagers/Stouts/Ciders Carbonated Drinks Coffee/Tea Milk Non-carbonated Drinks/Juices Restaurants/Pubs Wine Biotechnology Cement and Lime Chemicals Fine/Specialty Chemicals Petrochemicals Food Bakery/Desserts Dairy/Ice Cream Edible Oils/Fats Fish/Seafood Fruits/Vegetables General/Other Products Ingredients Meat/Poultry Prepared Foods Sauces/Liquid Foods Vegetarian/Vegan Protein Sources Metals and Materials Processing Lithium-ion Battery Pharma/Biotech Power Coal/Natural Gas/Oil Nuclear Renewable Energy Pulp and Paper Rubber and Plastics Water and Wastewater Drinking Water Wastewater Welding and Cutting Bottling and Canning Optimize your bottling or canning process with the help of our food grade gases Carbonation Food grade carbon dioxide to make your drinks light and fizzy Controlled Atmosphere Stunning (CAS) For improved animal welfare and meat quality Cryogenic Chilling Cryogenic chilling, the fastest way to cool down your food or beverage product. Cryogenic Freezing The fastest way to freeze your products, for a higher quality output Fire Suppression When generating power with coal, natural gas, oil or renewable energy, carbon dioxide and nitrogen can reduce the risk of fires and extinguish them. Fire Suppression for Cement and Lime Nitrogen, an inert gas, can prevent fires or explosions at cement and lime plants by displacing oxygen in fuel storage tanks, conveyors, and shredders... Greenhouse CO₂ Enrichment Ensure the CO₂ level in your greenhouse is optimal for plant growth Load More Supply Options Air Products can help you determine the most economical supply option for your particular application and geographic location. Industrial gases are typically provided in gaseous and liquid form through a variety of supply systems. Cylinders The traditional solution for low volume gas supply. Cylinders can besupplied in a full range of sizes from 10 to 50 litres, pressures and gas purities for a wide range of gases and gas mixtures. Choose between conventional cylinders or our innovative Integra®cylinder with built-in regulator. CryoEase® Microbulk Solutions A convenient and cost-effective solution for larger operations. CryoEase® tanks are available in a range of sizes. The CryoEase® service simplifies your gas supply by eliminating the need to handle cylinders, stock taking and ordering. Bulk Supply Delivered by truck and stored on your site either as a liquid in cryogenic tanks or as a gas in high-pressure tubes based on your volume, desired pressure, purity level, flow rate, and operating pattern. Pipeline Supply Located in major industrial locations around the world, pipelines offer customers with large product demands a range of benefits, including reliable, safe and flexible supply in a cost-effective way. Ask the Expert Why is carbon dioxide used in Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP)? Carbon dioxide (CO₂) inhibits the growth of most aerobic bacteria and moulds. Generally speaking, the higher the level of CO₂, the longer the achievable shelf-life. However, CO₂ is readily absorbed by fats and water - therefore, most foods will absorb CO₂. Excess levels of CO₂ in MAP can cause flavour tainting, drip loss and pack collapse. It is important, therefore, that a balance is struck between the commercially desirable shelf-life of a product and the degree to which any negative effects can be tolerated. When CO₂ is required to control bacterial and mould growth, a minimum of 20% is recommended. Read more... FAQS ASK A QUESTION Looking for CO₂ supply or applications support? CONTACT AN EXPERT TODAY! SDS Library Our Safety Data Sheet (SDS) library allows you to search and find the SDS you need--in the language you select. SDS LIBRARY RESOURCE CENTER 0843-link-quick-links QUICK LINKS Safetygram Library Material Safety Data Sheets Library This website uses "cookies" to store information on your computer. 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