What Is Galaxy Gas?

Galaxy Gas is an Atlanta-based brand of nitrous oxide, an odorless, colorless, non-flammable gas also known as “laughing gas” or “whippits,” typically associated with recreational drug use.

The effects caused by inhaling nitrous oxide gas, such as lightheadedness and euphoria, can be felt within seconds. This occurs because inhalants disrupt the central nervous system, reducing brain activity by cutting off oxygen supply. The resulting high is brief, often lasting just a few minutes, prompting users to inhale repeatedly in quick succession to maintain the effect.

The product is marketed and sold as “high quality whipped cream chargers and whipped cream dispensers,” which are meant to flavor the whipped cream with options like mango smoothie, tropical punch, and blue raspberry.

In most U.S. states, anyone can buy nitrous oxide without the need for a permit or license. However, with the rise in popularity of Galaxy Gas and nitrous oxide as a whole, some states have moved to limit sales to those over the age of 18. Nitrous oxide is typically illegal to possess if used for recreational purposes. The Galaxy Gas website explicitly states, “It is illegal to purposely inhale our product,” and includes multiple disclaimers across their website.

Even still, the company has become more known for their product’s recreational use rather than its intended culinary use.