I've got an RCIR Menu Number 2 that has an expiration date of June 29th, 2012.
As I'm sure you're aware it's July 25th at the time of this posting.
Should I be concerned with this? I've seen others eat french rations that are much much older than this and have come out fine.
Regarding RCIR expiration dates...
Re: Regarding RCIR expiration dates...
I have tried one being a few months out of date. Just do the normal inspection/ smell test. Look for bloating, leakage or weird smells. If nothing you should be good to go.
Last edited by cavguy on Wed Jul 25, 2012 3:23 pm, edited 1 time in total.
Re: Regarding RCIR expiration dates...
I´m current eating exp. dates 2007. Once I had a spoiled cheese, that it.
Re: Regarding RCIR expiration dates...
you`re doing fine - do not hesitate to eat - check for the cheese if it`s much, much older!
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Re: Regarding RCIR expiration dates...
the epire date is made by the cheese can / milk dessert / fish can in the ration. the rest will have an best by date on minimum 2 years longer.
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Re: Regarding RCIR expiration dates...
Bro, I have several RCIR's I got 6-7 years ago and most of the items have either expired or getting closer. The french rations stay fresh and edible for a long time as long as you keep them in a cool place. They are like the EPa's, they hold forever....
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