How long is the shelf life of this product? Would the shelf life be longer if I vacuumed sealed them. I plan to use them in my bug out bags.
1684026
I don't know what the shelf is for this product but vacuum sealing it can't hurt. I would think as long as you keep it clean and dry it will probably last many years.
1684027
vacuum sealing will extend the life of this product. your enemy in preserving is not to expose it to air/oxygen. Should last for a long time. I did the same and packed it with my emergency survival kit.
1684028
I imagine it would last quite awile.. Keep it in the air tight packaging and as an added measure put it into a waterproof ziplock bag like I did to keep moisture out. I got my first tablets (and stove) in the winter of 2013 and they are still igniting fine.
1108291
Don't recall seeing any "shelf life" on the tubes. Barring a packaging defect the sealant should be good for months, (unopened). The best option would be to go to the 3M website and ask the source. http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/Marine/Home/Products/Maven_Search/ is a "technical search" page for 3M with a "contact us" option. Hope that helps.
2199389
As long as they stay in a fairly dry environment, I haven't found a shelf life. I've had mine for a few months now, living in humid Florida with no AC, and I've had no issues. Keep the packages dry, and they keep for months.
559186
I think it depends on what company is selling them. I received mine in a plastic bag, they look to be the real deal the way they are sealed, but without the box, how do I know the expiration date? I did not get them from this company, so this company may send them in the original box.
1981529
I have kept mine for long periods of time - and they are great. . . key seems to be keeping the moisture at bay. I vacuum sealed mine for keeping but probably not necessary if you seal them well and store in a dry place. You will love these little gems. :)
1287981
Unfortunately, the bag is not resealable. I simple repacked it into an old PB2 bottle than used a family member's bag sealer machine to store the rest. I think its shelf life will aide it to last a few months as long as you don't introduce it to moisture. I have stored it in the pantry for a few months in mason jars and it was fine by me. :)
1195590
they are in a 'ziplock' style sealed bag and will last for at least a year, I would actually say longer but taste might be affected...doubtful the potency will change in bag. I actually had a hole in my bag and transferred to a mason jar. I too refrigerate some supps but not the bcaa powder...as long as it is sealed it probabaly isn't a problem but don't allow moisture to get in!
1659580
Well, I keep them after opening in a ziplock bag and I think sometimes it's 6 months or more before I use them all. Sometimes I put them in the refrigerator in the ziplock bag. Once you've reconstituted them with water however I'd use them within a few days.
107166
My bag says to store in a cool dry place, and that they keep "best" in fridge or freezer. If you are thinking 25 years, then they would probably need to be frozen. The expiration date on my bag was stickered over, so I can't tell what it is. Maybe the manufacturer would have more precise info on shelf life.
1736856
They generally have a shelf life of 2 years. Army Medical Department (AMEDD) has determined that the shelf life is relative to packaging deterioration. This assumes that the chest seal has been stored in its issued condition in the M3, M7, etc. Aid Bag. I am fairly confident that if it was stored in a temperature controlled environment with no moisture, it could last for several years (4-6?) without becoming unusable. The pliability is important to its sealing properties. The 'use-by' date is still a good guideline.
1854037
It depends on how you store them, and how much of a perfectionist you are. I vacuum seal them in quart mason jars as soon as I receive them, and store them in a low cool cabinet. They are fine for 6 months.
157343
Yes because the package has been compromised. From others that this has happened to said the costumer service was good on returning the product and getting a replacement. Mine didn't have any air in them. So I suggest that if you want and get replacements, use a vacuum sealer like I did to give it added protection while being stored. I have them in me and my wifes bug out bags, and their still sealed even being tossed about while traveling in our vehicles wherever we go... Hope this helps.
1729309
I didn't get an image to your question so I think you are asking about the Ziploc Storage bags, if so they stay sealed for almost forever, you can unseal and reseal, they are the best!
1569976
I have vacuumed packed them and put them in my bug-out bags. I have had them in now for two years and do not want to open them for at least another two years. They are great in soups and make a great vegetable beef soup.
1971589
Not exactly sure about shelf life. I don't remember seeing any kind of expiration on the package, so the manufacturer must think it's indefinite. I do know that after a couple of seasons on the bike, they become less effective. You can add more slime, or replace them. What do you mean by having it on hand, anyway? These tubes are heavy and bulky, even when deflated, so I would not recommend carrying a spare while riding.
709460
I bought these for a family camping trip and did not have them very long before they were used. I am not sure what the shelf life would be. They lasted a good 6-8 hours once they were activated.
717565
I honestly don't know. I just finished up my box and it's already gone out with the trash. At my house, they never last long enough to need an expiration date. Once you try them, you'll understand what I mean. If you're getting them for dooms day, I can't see them needing an expiration date as long as they are kept dry.