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Doritos Introduces Space-Safe Chips for Upcoming SpaceX Mission

Cool Ranch Zero Gravity Doritos to debut on Polaris Dawn, supporting St. Jude's Hospital with a $500,000 donation.

  • The chips feature an oil-based coating to prevent the classic powdered topping from floating in zero gravity.
  • They are mini-sized to reduce the risk of crumbs, making them suitable for space consumption.
  • SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission will be the first to carry these chips, aiming for a historic altitude and the first commercial spacewalk.
  • Earth-bound consumers can win these limited-edition snacks by donating $200 to St. Jude's Hospital.
  • Doritos' initiative aims to raise $85,000 for childhood cancer research and treatment.
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