What is the temperature range in which they can be stored? Does a 0 degree or 120 degree car accelerate their decay?
1318103
Although they are more temp "resistant" than others, a hot car will probably degrade them over time. Room temp or cooler seems best.
628393
No idea where you are but I am in SC - the land of 100% humidity and heat (high 90s in the summer). Mine survived just fine. They are in little glass vials in the foam packaging inside the plastic carrying case. I would guess they would be totally fine.
1233214
It says to store below 120F (49C) but nothing about what the best temp to use it at. As with any adhesive if it is too cold it will take longer and too hot it will dry super fast. I used it when it was about 70F and it works awesome.
616383
According to the manufacturer: Durable, zip-close re-sealable packaging; withstands extreme conditions and temperatures (-22F to 149F). I bought these specifically for my car since they can withstand extreme temps.
297300
I live in Austin, TX and use the product in my Motor Home. It is stored in a lower storage compartment in a plastic tub and I have had no problems in six years. In the summer, the road and ambiant temperature can well exceed 100 degrees.
1624860
I live in Florida, 125 degrees in the car, in summer when parked with windows up. No problems at all!
1467772
I'm not sure about room temp. storage. I purchased mine several years ago and store them in my freezer and have not had any problems using them.
544348
I leave mine in the car at up to 170 degrees inside temp.,( I live in the desert) but I keep it out of direct sunlight. like in the console, glove box etc. seems fine after several months.
298167
If your basement's temperature is constant and it's dry in there,you can store the product for about 12 months. Kind regards !
1421490
Packaging says: "-Suitable for use in operating environments ranging between -23c and +45c (-13f and +113f) Lifetime may be reduced if used in air tight enclosures..." "-Suitable for damp locations, but not for use where exposed directly to weather or water."
738723
I would not expect any problem from being in a temperate zone, as long as you do not leave it on the dashboard of a closed, parked car in the sun - - - or something similar.
646626
The food and water according to the survival information says 2 years in normal room temperatures. In the trunk of your car about 1 to 1.5 years.
2165760
I store in places such as continually in cars in Ohio and northern Michigan winters. When they reach the 5 year mark i buy more product as a primary emergency, then I move the older ones to freezers and use them there as cold packs or to help keep the fridge/freezers cool during power outages. In the freezer they do freeze up hard as a rock. None have ruptured ever in all conditions (unlike water bottles, water jugs and other things I have tried to keep water in my car during all seasons (or stored in my freezers). Being ultra-careful I do store them in Ziplock bags just in case. Highly recommend.
1514197
I don't think there is a shelf life. I keep these in my garage in three-digit weather in the summer (Sacramento) and have not had any issues with spoiling or degradation due to the heat. There are a few left in the box and they have been through one summer and one winter so far with no issues.
2049886
Keeps stuff 10 to 15 degrees colder than the temperature of the space it is in. I use mine daily inside an air conditioned car. My water, fruit, soda, etc. stay about 50 degrees.....but that's with my car a/c temp set pretty low. No thermastat on it. I'm just super happy about not having to get fresh ice every morning; and not having everything floating in water every afternoon!
1045166
Actually, the manufacturer does NOT specifically recommend this. And frankly, THEY do not even ship it refrigerated when they ship it to the stores. That is a fact. It is "suggested", but their products say to "Store in a dry place at 73F (23C) or below. Best if refrigerated". Best, for NOT required. And keeping it refrigerated and then taking it back out would cause it to sweat and possible cause degradation of the capsules. So, you SHOULD store it in the refrigerator AFTER you get it home and keep it there. They have done stability studies and so long as you don't keep it on the car dashboard, you are fine.
298169
If your basement's temperature is constant and it's dry in there, you can store the product for about 12 months. Kind regards !