What is the shelf life of unopened cans of sterno?
1439970
I just checked out prepper sites and the answer seems to be indefinitely as long as the seal isn't broken. Once you open up the can and even if you reseal it, the sterno evaporates or goes hard so it can't be used.
1439971
Apparently there is a long shelf life, I used several cans I bought in the 90's I found in the basement this summer and they worked fine.
1439972
http://wellness.byu.edu/pics/documents/wellandwise/fuel%20combo%20for%20website.pdf
337603
They are packed in cardboard boxes that look like milk cartons so, shelf life won't be as long as if it was packed in cans or glass jars. If you keep them dry they'll last quite awhile.
470932
The last ham base I bought was on 9-30-14 and it has a shelf ex date of 6-14-16. Its use life is much longer as long as it is refrigerated. A great product!
1338979
That I can't tell you - I bought these a couple years ago - Although they worked well, not sure of the shelf life - sorry!
1842539
I do know what the shelf life is as I buy two boxes every month and drink them daily. The drink pouches are sealed. Sorry I can not help more
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.
1904041
They have a 2 year shelf life unopened. The quality of this product is unsurpassed. Although not required I refrigerate mine after opening.
658258
The can itself does not say how long its good for once it's open. Opened, the can has a shelf life of 6 to 12 months depending on how well you store it. It does not require refrigeration in powder form.
1825462
I've had an opened one in the refrigerator in a ziplock bag for at least a month and a half and it still tastes the same as it did when I first opened it. The shelf life for the unopened packages are supposed to be 9 months. I've only had mine for about 2 but they still look just like they did when I got them.
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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.
1825457
I've had unopened ones sitting around for a month or so now, and they taste exactly the same as the fresher ones. Opened, I'd say you still have at least a couple of weeks. They seem to be a largely dehydrated product, so from my experience they seem unlikely to perish for a really long time.
2247438
There is no expiration date on the cans. I haven't kept any of it long enough to worry about expiration dates. Best and probably the only answer would come from Torco. I use 8 oz. per 5 gallon tank, or about 1 32 ounce can a month. I currently have 10 cans sitting around which I expect to finish by spring 2015 if not earlier.
2137932
The package was sealed air tight in thick foil. I don't know about unopened shelf life but my open package kept fine in the refrigerator for many months.
1243418
If the package is UNopened, it will last well over 6 months. Once opened, as long as it's resealed in an airtight container (or it's own package), it will last a week or so...providing you don't eat it first! This jerky, unlike most others, doesn't have preservatives, lots of salt, nitrites, or any of the other nasty things that are bad for you, make the jerky unhealthy, but let it last thru Armageddon! This stuff is awesome - been eating it for a few years and it's part of my regular diet.
914672
They can last for several months if unopened. Longer if refrigerated prior to opening.
1743669
There should be a little plastic ring that fold up to turn that opens the can. Located at the top.. I don't remember seeing an expiration date.
1327751
There is an expiration date on the back of the can.There is no way to know it when it's bought online.It should be ok but return it if it's not good.LauraLaura