I'm concerned about ordering the product because we are currently having 90 degree plus weather, would hot temps during delivery process harm product?
1463440
I tried these when the weather in my area was not hot and for me they worked ok, I did not reorder them, but if you are concerned about the product being harmed I would not order them because I got another product from the same company it was hot outside and I noticed that the product did not work as well.
1840934
They tolerate heat a bit better than cold. If you think it is cold enough for the culture to freeze, I would wait to order until it is a bit warmer. Or make sure you will be at home when it arrives.
1532812
If you are home when the package arrives then you shouldn't have a problem. however im not sure about the heat from ups truck. it specifically states on bottle to keep out of heat. I got my money back from amazon on this item and purchased from Costco. this is an item to get shipped in the wintertime only in my opinion.
1792237
The temperature of 105 is to hot especially if it just gets dropped off at the house, sitting outside in the heat will do the most damage. If you have it delivered where someone could bring it in right away, it should be ok.
1255302
We do not ship any products in cold packs. We have found that the delivery time is not long enough to damage the quality of Probiotic supplements. Also, reputable companies package their supplements in such a way as to minimize deterioration from heat during transit. The supplement is subject to higher than average temperatures several times during its way from the raw materials supplier to your door, and it has to be packaged to preserve as much of the original potency as possible. Hermetically sealing a supplement provides barrier between your supplement and oxygen, the catalyst element that reacts with heat to cause oxidation or spoilage.We hope this information is helpful. -Swanson Health Products We do not ship any products in cold packs. We have found that the delivery time is not long enough to damage the quality of Probiotic supplements. Also, reputable companies package their supplements in such a way as to minimize deterioration from heat during transit. The supplement is subject to higher than average temperatures several times during its way from the raw materials supplier to your door, and it has to be packaged to preserve as much of the original potency as possible. Hermetically sealing a supplement provides barrier between your supplement and oxygen, the catalyst element... » Read More We do not ship any products in cold packs. We have found that the delivery time is not long enough to damage the quality of Probiotic supplements. Also, reputable companies package their supplements in such a way as to minimize deterioration from heat during transit. The supplement is subject to higher than average temperatures several times during its way from the raw materials supplier to your door, and it has to be packaged to preserve as much of the original potency as possible. Hermetically sealing a supplement provides barrier between your supplement and oxygen, the catalyst element that reacts with heat to cause oxidation or spoilage.We hope this information is helpful. -Swanson Health Products « Show Less
1502969
Debbie, I have contacted the manufacturer about this. They have determined the following: The relatively short transit times and variable seasonal temperatures encountered during transit have been found to be insignificant when tested extensively. Even shipments arriving in summer heat waves can be assured as being potent and undamaged.
2004
The product says "BEST REFRIGERATED", but also says to keep between a certain temperature range. The biggest thing is that if the product is being shipping not refrigerated, you are talking about major damage being occurred. Add to that that the UPS box stays sitting in the heat outside for hours before you can retrieve the box...and you have a problem.
351725
Honest suggestion would to be contact the company that make this product directly since that may vary depending on location and regional weather. Here in Virginia I did it on a nice day at about 70 degrees and just followed the directions it came with.
1717618
I haven't stored mine in the heat, but I have had some that arrived melted together. It didn't impact the performance though.
1935586
Please use discretion when ordering items such as chocolate or taffy that have the potential to melt during the warmer months of the year. Shipping these candies during the warmer months or to warm climates can potentially damage them. We cannot guarantee the condition of melt-able candies and will not be held responsible for damages when shipped under these circumstances. We do include ice packs on orders that have the potential to melt.
297679
We do not but with our packaging technique we have not had any issues with melting, even on hot days. It is best, however, to wait to order if the temperature is extremely high.
1130423
I would refer to the manufacturer. I would be afraid that it might give off toxic fumes if it gets too hot.
1160181
Keep sealed in a dry, room temp location away from humidity. Give yourself time before ordering to account for the post office!
2144667
I'm concerned about this as well. My order was shipped 6/17/14 and it is now 6/23/14 and the product has not arrived. It is the end of June in Texas... these will absolutely be VERY warm.
1164769
Temperature will make big difference when installing. Instructions say to install when it is above 72 degrees. When the material is in the sun above 72 degrees it becomes very soft and flexible.
430009
Not that I'm aware of. There were no precautions pertaining to temperature on the packaging.
1698242
The storage handling on the label states to store at controlled temperatures. It would be assumed that shipping and handling should also be at controlled temperatures. However, "controlled temperatures" is not clarified. I store mine where it will be cool and not frozen or subject to hot temperatures.