Only in America? by Faemike55
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while getting ready for camping, one of the main things that has to come along is water (for coffee of course)
I noticed this Best by tag on the side and all I can do is just shake my head.
Who knew that water has an expiration date?
Comments (50)
Radar_rad-dude
I think that is to let you know how long before the chemicals in the container leak into the water at a toxic level enough to kill you, Mike! LOL! A fine observation and cool pic! Well done, Mike, and again, happy hunting!
blinkings
Yep it's because of the plastic leaching over time.
Black-Carrie
In Germany too, even in Glas-Bottles!
tetrasnake
Good luck on your trip, Mike. As for the "Sell By" date on water... face palm Sweet pic!
Wolfenshire
Water stored does have an expiration, sort of, it's based on how long it will take bacteria to get into the container.
Wolfenshire
oh, and that's the shortest expiration I've ever seen, might be regulations now because plastic is used and chemicals could pass from container to water.... guess it's a dual answer. Been a long time since I delt with water purification.
Daddywolf
That would make a great apocalyptic scene you make it to the Bunker safely only to find the water has Expired
jendellas
I have noticed that before. Xx
oddment
Ah yes... The liquid of life. (Coffee, that is. Lol)
brycek
Cool shot, Mike!!
mickeyrony
Stagnant water have expiration on all ..... Look nice to see it ((5++))
eekdog Online Now!
Water is a must. You drink alot of coffee.
flavia49
The problem is both in the water and in the container. The purified water is not sterile, and after a short time it becomes a broth culture of bacteria. Also the stabilizers of the plastic after a little time, especially if the container is left in the sun, may partly contaminate the water. Expiration dates are mandatory in accordance with the rules of the WTO, so we have that in Italy too.
Richardphotos
I have read that it is from gov regulations with all food stuff needing an expiration date. of course if water expired then we would all be in trouble. I like the comment about the plastic container poisoning the water, which is very true if you freeze or heat any liquid for drinking in a plastic container. think about how people in the old west drank water from small puddles, or any where they could find it
KatesFriend
It's probably because of the estrogen that is likely leaching in from the plastic. They won't admit to it but they want to cover their asses anyways.
wysiwig
Of course bottled water has an expiration date. If you keep it too long it turns into beer! What? You didn't know that?
Bampster
Yep, kind of makes you tear up a little, and I think it's only on planet Earth, Nice social commentary!!!!!
MrsRatbag
::: shakes head in disbelief ::: Oh. Dear.
magnus073
This really caught me off guard also, Mike. They make everything with a limited shelf life here ;)
bobrgallegos
This is very cool shot Mike! I did not know this!
netot
Well, Mike, here even wine must have this tag. Can you imagine that? In my country, and exquisite old wine is only an expired wine. LOL
bebopdlx
LOL, good thought,
jayfar
Like in the UK, the law says you have to put a sale by date on everything. I passed mine years ago !!
STEVIEUKWONDER
It is a sad fact of life, that many or the harmful chemicals used in the manufacture of containers are guarded in secrecy! I'm VERY glad to throw the plastic bottles in which I buy my water the minute it's empty! Nice capture and discussion topic Mike!
Darkwish
always check))
pat40
Very good
Jean_C
Yet it's true here too! But in plastic bottles... :-)
mapps
maybe it is for the container :-)
MagikUnicorn
DATE BECAUSE WATER ARE STORE IN PLASTIC.....THATS WHY ! :)
drifterlee
Well, Mike, it probably tastes stale if it's old.
Nonsolum
Seaweeds, bacteria and photosynthesis knew and used to know it lol