Hydro-Freeze™ Ice Packs
Hydro-Freeze™ ice packs are a great alternative to dry ice when shipping frozen products. Perfect for maintaining in-pack temperatures when paired with our range of thermal packaging.
We’re here to help you get the chilled packaging you need
As the UK’s largest distributor of protective packaging materials, we can provide everything you need to delivery your products in tip top condition.
Hydro-Freeze™ contains a non-toxic food safe gel. As it is classed as non-hazardous, it’s a great substitute for dry ice when shipping chilled and frozen products as the pack will not require specialist shipping labels.
Yes, Hydro-Freeze™ ice packs are reusable. They can be refrozen and reused multiple times.
The cooling duration of Hydro-Freeze™ gel ice packs depends on factors such as the surrounding temperature, the insulation of the packaging, and the number of cool packs used. Generally, Hydro-Freeze™ gel packs will hold products at -12°C for up to 24 hours in the right conditions.
Hydro-Freeze™ coolants needs to be frozen at a temperature of -22°C to activate a phase change.
Chilled packaging solutions for temperature-sensitive shipments
As one of the largest cold packaging suppliers in the UK and Ireland, we can provide quality cold chain solutions for the transportation of ambient, chilled and frozen goods.
Hydro-Freeze™ gel ice packs are a great dry ice substitute from the Macfarlane Packaging temperature-controlled packaging range, our products have been designed to maintain optimal temperatures for perishable goods during transit.
We carry a wide range of packaging for bulk cold chain shipping, including specialist boxes, liners, coolants and envelopes, as well as thermal pallet and cage covers.
To compliment these products, we can also supply general packaging sundry items, from tape to pallets and stretch wrap to strapping. We have everything you need to ensure your packing operation runs smoothly.