You cannot go wrong with our Ammo Can Man, LLC Genuine Military food rations by the case. These MRE Cases are 2026 Inspection date or better. The product will be made by Sopako, Wornick, or Ameriqual. Please note, these products are designed for military combat troops. Contents will vary from case to case and from what is shown in photos. Manufacturers frequently substitute products and change meal numbering or entrees. There are no guarantees on what products will be packed. Not all meals will include flameless ration heaters. Periodically, non-mil spec candy will be packaged that does not have the same shelf life as the mil-spec contents. Please inspect and read all expiration dates of non-milspec candy products. Approximately 1250 calories per meal. Meals include a variety of Asian, Mexican, Italian, traditional, and vegetarian cuisine. Includes a large assortment of snacks, deserts, coffee, cappuccino, milk shakes, and beverage base powders. Only Military MREs include an accessory pack with flavor enhancing seasonings, matches, toilet paper, and other survival essentials. SHELF LIFE: MREs do not have an expiration date. They have an inspection date and a pack date. The Inspection date is three years after the pack date, and the inspection date is the date the Military inspects the cases during long term storage to verify they are still fit for consumption. Manufacturers suggest that meal contents are good for approximately 5 or more years when stored at room temperature. Meals stored in cooler temperatures stay fresh longer. Always inspect the red Time Temperature Indicator (TTI) found on top of the case and verify it is red.