Water Bottle plastic question
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Water Bottle plastic question
HI,
I left approx 15 water bottle (plastic) "polard water" for couple of months...
is it safe to drink water? its not open, fully closed.
I know can/glass is best but plastic
?
Thanks!
YOMAN!
I left approx 15 water bottle (plastic) "polard water" for couple of months...
is it safe to drink water? its not open, fully closed.
I know can/glass is best but plastic
?Thanks!
YOMAN!
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uh depends on if it was lexan cheap plastic will deteriorate over time... and if it was purified water u should be fine but if its tap water the iron chlorine and calcium will eat up plastic
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to put in perspective, most of this stuff sits for months in various warehouses, shipping yards, back of trucks and stores.
It should be safe. Anytime it wouldn't be, the manufacturer is obligated to use expiry dates on the packaging.
It should be safe. Anytime it wouldn't be, the manufacturer is obligated to use expiry dates on the packaging.
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Yes, check for the exp. date like J-150 said, the gallon jugs I just bought exp. in 07 so you should be just fine. 
Having lived in Florida previously.... I always kept water stored in case of a hurricane. Funny thing is I moved last July before all the big ones hit.
Linda
Having lived in Florida previously.... I always kept water stored in case of a hurricane. Funny thing is I moved last July before all the big ones hit.
Linda
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Originally posted by 05 F150Lady
Yes, check for the exp. date like J-150 said, the gallon jugs I just bought exp. in 07 so you should be just fine.
Having lived in Florida previously.... I always kept water stored in case of a hurricane. Funny thing is I moved last July before all the big ones hit.
Linda
Yes, check for the exp. date like J-150 said, the gallon jugs I just bought exp. in 07 so you should be just fine.
Having lived in Florida previously.... I always kept water stored in case of a hurricane. Funny thing is I moved last July before all the big ones hit.
Linda
Funny... I just go to lake Michigan and use a straw.. It's cheap.
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According to www.bottledwaterweb.com you should be safe as long as it was bottled in the US.
"Shelf Life of Bottled Water
Q: How long is a bottle of water good if it remains sealed?
A: In the United States bottled water's shelf life is date stamped for two years. It should be stored in a dark, cool, dry area away from any solvents or chemicals. I have tasted a bottle of Mountain Valley that was bottled several decades ago and the seal (in this case a metal cap) was still intact. The water was excellent, and except for some mineral crystals at the bottom on the glass, was identical to a fresh bottle of Mountain Valley.
The International Bottled Water Association (IBWA) further adds:
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, which regulates the quality and safety of bottled water, has neither set nor suggested any limitation to the shelf life of bottled water.You may notice that most bottled water containers sold at retail bear a two-year expiration date. This acts as a lot number and is for stock rotation purposes. It does not mean the product is substandard after that date. Thus, bottled water purchased in bulk is good indefinitely if stored appropriately. Appropriately means unopened in a cool, dry place away from odors and toxic substances.For those yearning for a more technical explanation, it is thus: Bottled water is considered to be of virtually no significant nutritional value. Therefore, unlike milk, fish or poultry, bottled water is not an adequate substrate for pathogens responsible for the majority of food-borne illnesses. In that regard, IBWA's general position is that as long as bottled water is packaged in accordance with FDA processing and good manufacturing practices, 21 CFR, Part 129, and meets the FDA quality standard provisions as outlined in 21 CFR, Part 165, the product's shelf life should remain intact for an indefinite period provided that product storage and other post-packaging and handling practices do not adulterate or deleteriously affect the finished product. Whew!"
Drink up!
"Shelf Life of Bottled Water
Q: How long is a bottle of water good if it remains sealed?
A: In the United States bottled water's shelf life is date stamped for two years. It should be stored in a dark, cool, dry area away from any solvents or chemicals. I have tasted a bottle of Mountain Valley that was bottled several decades ago and the seal (in this case a metal cap) was still intact. The water was excellent, and except for some mineral crystals at the bottom on the glass, was identical to a fresh bottle of Mountain Valley.
The International Bottled Water Association (IBWA) further adds:
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, which regulates the quality and safety of bottled water, has neither set nor suggested any limitation to the shelf life of bottled water.You may notice that most bottled water containers sold at retail bear a two-year expiration date. This acts as a lot number and is for stock rotation purposes. It does not mean the product is substandard after that date. Thus, bottled water purchased in bulk is good indefinitely if stored appropriately. Appropriately means unopened in a cool, dry place away from odors and toxic substances.For those yearning for a more technical explanation, it is thus: Bottled water is considered to be of virtually no significant nutritional value. Therefore, unlike milk, fish or poultry, bottled water is not an adequate substrate for pathogens responsible for the majority of food-borne illnesses. In that regard, IBWA's general position is that as long as bottled water is packaged in accordance with FDA processing and good manufacturing practices, 21 CFR, Part 129, and meets the FDA quality standard provisions as outlined in 21 CFR, Part 165, the product's shelf life should remain intact for an indefinite period provided that product storage and other post-packaging and handling practices do not adulterate or deleteriously affect the finished product. Whew!"
Drink up!
