How do I find food-grade carbon dioxide suppliers in my preferred region?

Specify your application, quantity and delivery location. OpenCommo helps automate your sourcing through its supplier network.

Should I buy from a producer, distributor or trader?

A producer may offer lower prices but require large volumes, a distributor provides local delivery and storage, and a trader can source from multiple plants. Choose the one whose service and flexibility match your order.

What should I include in a quotation request for food-grade CO2?

State the application, required purity and impurity limits, quantity, delivery mode (bulk or cylinders) and destination. Also include your expected consumption pattern and storage setup.

How do I compare wholesale offers for food-grade CO2?

Compare the total delivered cost per unit, including delivery, tank rental, and any surcharges. Align the basis of price (ex-works or delivered) and the payment terms.

How should I assess a sample of food-grade CO2?

Request a certificate of analysis for the specific batch and, if needed, have an independent lab verify purity and impurities. Compare the results against your specification and the sample's source.

How can I check a food-grade CO2 supplier before signing a contract?

Check the supplier's production capacity, quality certificates, and trade references. Put the agreed specification, delivery schedule, payment terms, and quality-claim process in the contract.

Food-Grade Carbon Dioxide Suppliers

Find food-grade carbon dioxide suppliers for your specification, preferred origin and buying volume.

Food-grade carbon dioxide suppliers include gas producers who purify and liquefy CO2, distributors who deliver bulk liquid or packaged cylinders, and traders who source from multiple plants. Choose the route that matches your application: bulk deliveries for carbonation or modified atmosphere use, or smaller packaged supply for niche processes.

Specify the intended use, required purity and impurity limits, quantity, delivery mode and destination country. We can help you through OpenCommo’s network of 70,000+ suppliers across commodities.

Where our suppliers are located

Explore sourcing locations across our food-grade carbon dioxide supplier network. Choose your preferred country below to find suppliers for your specification and shipment size.

Explore food-grade carbon dioxide suppliers

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Supplier	Country	Contact details
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Mofe*****	Italy	Email availablePhone available
Grai*****	India	Email availablePhone available
Prax*****	Bolivia (Plurinational State of)	Email availablePhone available

What to look for when sourcing food-grade carbon dioxide

Product specification

The specification for food-grade CO2 depends on whether it will be used for carbonated drinks, modified atmosphere packaging, or as a process gas. Start with the application and the acceptable impurity profile.

Source & production

Identify whether the CO2 comes from natural wells, byproduct of ethanol fermentation, ammonia synthesis, or other processes. The source affects the impurity profile and the treatment required.

Purity & impurities

Agree on the minimum CO2 purity and the acceptable limits for moisture, oxygen, and other trace gases. The food-grade standard depends on the destination and the specific application.

Form & packaging

Decide between bulk liquid delivered by tanker, or packaged as cylinders or bundles. Confirm the delivery pressure and connection standards.

Quality acceptance

Quality assurance for CO2 relies on testing the delivered product against your specification. Agree how samples are taken and how any off-spec material is handled.

Sampling & analysis
Specify the sampling point and frequency, and agree the analytical method for each impurity. The supplier should provide a certificate of analysis with each delivery.
Acceptance criteria
Define the acceptable ranges for purity and impurities, and the process for rejecting a batch that falls outside them. Include a timeline for testing after delivery.
Certificate of analysis
Request a certificate of analysis for each shipment, and verify that the lab is accredited and the values match your specification.

Origin requirements

CO2 is a manufactured product, but the plant location and production process still matter. Confirm the production site and the consistency of supply.

Production site

Ask which plant produces the CO2, and whether it can supply the required volume continuously. Check the plant's reliability and capacity.

Batch traceability

Request batch numbers and production dates for each delivery so you can trace the gas back to its source.

Supply availability

Confirm whether the supplier can cover seasonal peaks or multiple delivery points. For bulk buyers, ask about backup supply arrangements.

Commercial terms

Pricing for food-grade CO2 can be based on volume, delivery mode, and contract duration. Compare the total delivered cost on the same basis.

Pricing basis: Confirm whether the price is per tonne or per cubic meter, and whether it includes delivery or is ex-works. For long-term contracts, agree a price adjustment mechanism.
Delivery terms: Define the delivery point, whether bulk tanker, cylinder exchange, or other. Align freight, rental of storage tanks, and any demurrage charges.
Payment & contract: Agree payment terms, minimum order quantities, and the contract duration. Clarify who owns the storage tank and who handles maintenance.

Documentation & compliance

Food-grade CO2 must meet regulatory and food-safety standards. Check that the supplier provides the required documentation for each delivery.

Product documentation: Verify that the supplier provides a specification sheet and certificate of analysis for each batch. The documents should match the product you receive.
Food-safety certification: Ask whether the plant operates under a recognized food-safety scheme, and request current certificates. Confirm the scope covers the CO2 production process.
Destination rules: For exports, confirm the documentation needed for import, such as certificates of analysis or origin. Check the destination country's requirements for food gases.

Supplier capability

The supplier's production capacity and logistics determine whether they can meet your demand. Assess their ability to deliver consistently and handle quality issues.

Production & storage
Ask about the plant's capacity, storage tanks, and ability to maintain purity during transfer. Check if they have backup production sources.
Logistics & delivery
Confirm the delivery fleet, scheduling flexibility, and whether they can supply multiple sites. Ask about emergency delivery procedures.
Customer support
Identify the contact for quality complaints and technical support. Check how they handle off-spec deliveries and product recall procedures.

Food-Grade Carbon Dioxide Supplier Questions

How do I find food-grade carbon dioxide suppliers in my preferred region?: Specify your application, quantity and delivery location. OpenCommo helps automate your sourcing through its supplier network.
Should I buy from a producer, distributor or trader?: A producer may offer lower prices but require large volumes, a distributor provides local delivery and storage, and a trader can source from multiple plants. Choose the one whose service and flexibility match your order.
What should I include in a quotation request for food-grade CO2?: State the application, required purity and impurity limits, quantity, delivery mode (bulk or cylinders) and destination. Also include your expected consumption pattern and storage setup.
How do I compare wholesale offers for food-grade CO2?: Compare the total delivered cost per unit, including delivery, tank rental, and any surcharges. Align the basis of price (ex-works or delivered) and the payment terms.
How should I assess a sample of food-grade CO2?: Request a certificate of analysis for the specific batch and, if needed, have an independent lab verify purity and impurities. Compare the results against your specification and the sample's source.
How can I check a food-grade CO2 supplier before signing a contract?: Check the supplier's production capacity, quality certificates, and trade references. Put the agreed specification, delivery schedule, payment terms, and quality-claim process in the contract.