Galaxy Gas went from viral success to a complete market withdrawal in under a year. So, what exactly caused the sudden shutdown? As a professional cream charger manufacturer, here’s our explanation!
What Is Galaxy Gas?
Galaxy Gas is a U.S.-based brand founded in October 2021 in Atlanta. The company specializes in selling food-grade nitrous oxide (N₂O) products, offering a range of colorful and flavored cream chargers designed for culinary applications like whipped cream, drink foams, and dessert decoration.
Their core product line includes:
Cream Chargers
Whipped Cream Dispensers
Accessories for rapid infusion and culinary foaming
Galaxy Gas primarily targets the U.S. market, with a customer base that includes home bakers, baristas, chefs, and food enthusiasts. The brand is especially popular among younger consumers due to its eye-catching packaging and playful, lifestyle-oriented marketing approach. Products are sold via the official website, social media, and selected e-commerce platforms.
Timeline of the Shutdown
The official Galaxy Gas website( https://www.shopgalaxygas.com/） is not work, and all of their products have been removed from online platforms such as Amazon. They are no longer available for purchase.
Summer 2024 – Viral on Social Media
Galaxy Gas exploded in popularity on TikTok, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter), where teenagers were seen inhaling the gas and posting videos showing altered voices and euphoric reactions.
Media outlets like The New York Times described the trend as “captivating many young users who inhale the gas for a quick high.”
CBS News reported that the product became part of viral “whippet challenges” across multiple platforms, with some cases even leading to hospitalization and death.
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Doctors, parents, and public health officials began issuing strong warnings about the product’s potential risks.
September 2024 – Sales Suspended
Due to mounting public pressure, Galaxy Gas announced in mid-September 2024 that it would voluntarily pull its products from major retailers such as Amazon and Walmart “out of caution.”Customers are no longer allowed to buy nitrous oxide from their store.
According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, all N2O cream chargers
from Galaxy Gas were officially removed from the market.
From rise to recall, the brand’s entire product lifecycle lasted less than one year.
March 2025 – FDA Issues Health Advisory
On March 14, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) prohibited the use of cream chargers for inhalation or recreational purposes, citing serious health risks including asphyxiation, nerve damage, mental disorders, vitamin B12 deficiency, and even death.
Why Did Galaxy Gas Collapse So Quickly?
Eye-Catching Packaging
Galaxy Gas whipped cream chargers featured colorful exteriors and fruit-based flavors (e.g., watermelon, grape), designed with themes like “outer space.”
This made them visually appealing and highly shareable—especially among young users. The design resembled trendy collectibles more than a kitchen tool, making them easily mistaken for a recreational item.
Social Media Amplification
On platforms like TikTok and Instagram, countless videos have surfaced showing teenagers inhaling Galaxy Gas and exhibiting strange sounds or erratic behavior, often as part of a viral challenge. What began as a culinary product intended for whipped cream and drink preparation has quickly shifted into the spotlight for recreational misuse, especially among younger audiences.
This trend has contributed to Galaxy Gas becoming a social media trend rather than a kitchen tool, with many teens treating the product as part of youth culture. Despite the growing visibility of these misuse cases, Galaxy Gas has not issued a timely public response or taken clear action to address the issue.
Adding to the concern, most of these viral videos lack health warnings or safety disclaimers, which can cause viewers—especially minors—to underestimate the risks associated with inhaling nitrous oxide (N₂O), including serious long-term neurological damage.
Health Concerns and Misuse of N2O
Despite being designed for food use, nitrous oxide has unfortunately been misused for recreational inhalation. On social media, there are countless videos showing improper use of N2O products, raising serious public health concerns.
Medical experts have repeatedly warned that Inhaling a large amount at one time—can cause irreversible nerve damage, vitamin B12 deficiency, neurological disorders, and in extreme cases, death.
Cream chargers are easy to use, but that doesn’t mean safety can be ignored. Using them incorrectly can lead to:Gas leaks,Nozzle clogging,Overpressurization,Potential injury.
Understanding the proper way to use and store these pressurized gas cartridges is essential for safe, effective operation.
Use Cream Chargers Safely and Legally
Whether you're a home baker or a professional chef, always follow local laws and regulations when using whipped cream chargers.These products are intended only for culinary use. Never inhale N2O out of curiosity or for recreational purposes.
How to Use Cream Chargers Safely?
Use Only Food-Grade N2O
Check the label for “Food Grade” or “≥99.9% Purity”
Never use industrial or uncertified N₂O, as it may contain toxic residues
Choose products certified under E942, FDA, or ISO 22000
Always Use a Compatible Whipped Cream Dispenser
8g or 9g cartridges should match the dispenser model
Never use modified or homemade devices
Ensure all parts are clean and sealed properly before use
Step-by-Step Usage Guide
Pour chilled cream into the dispenser (do not overfill)
Secure the cap tightly
Insert the cream charger and twist until you hear a hissing sound, indicating gas release
Shake the dispenser 3–5 times to combine the gas with the cream
Hold the nozzle downward and press to dispense whipped cream
Tips：Never recharge the same batch of cream with multiple cartridges—it may cause overpressure and damage the dispenser.
Safe Storage Tips
Store in a cool, dry place away from heat or open flames (below 122°F / 50°C)
Keep upright and avoid dropping or crushing the cartridges
Always keep out of reach of children
What Are Cream Chargers Used For?
Whipping cream is the most common use, but N₂O chargers are incredibly versatile in food and beverage applications:
In drinks: Used by baristas and bartenders for nitro cold brew and foamed cocktails (e.g., espresso martinis, sour foams)
In desserts: Combine with chocolate, fruit purées, yogurt, or cheese to create chocolate mousse, fruit foams, and cheese-based espumas
In savory dishes: Fine dining chefs use N₂O for truffle foams, fish stock foams, or cheese sauces to elevate both texture and visual appeal
For rapid infusions: Pressurizing liquids with N₂O allows quick flavor infusions into oils, alcohols, or fruits (e.g., strawberries, cucumbers)
In molecular gastronomy: Used to create creative and theatrical dishes involving edible foams or aerated sauces
Always read the instructions and use the chargers exactly as directed. Overfilling or misusing the device may lead to equipment failure or personal injury.
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Declaration
MASSGASS do not allow users under the age of 21 to purchase cream chargers. Inhaling nitrous oxide or using it as a drug is illegal and strictly prohibited.
If you suspect someone is misusing nitrous oxide for recreational purposes, please contact us and let us know .(Our email number：service@massgass.com）As a responsible company, we do not sell our products to individuals who intend to use them illegally or unsafely.
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