Datrex Emergency Water Packet 4.227 oz - 3 Day/72 Hour Supply (18 Packs) , White

Handy packets, sturdy packaging that stands up to abuse. I split them between my first aid kits in case I need sterile water to flush out wounds (no syringe? just a pinprick and squeeze) or cover a wound with a moist dressing. Additionally, it always helps to have extra drinking water in an emergency

I've bought these Emergency Water Packets multiple times now, from different sellers and deals, and they've always arrived in perfect condition, no leaks. These 4.227 oz packets are great for emergencies. They're compact, easy to store, and individually packaged, so there's no waste. The water tastes clean, and the packets are durable. Plus, they have a 5-year shelf life and are approved by multiple agencies. I highly recommend them for any emergency kit. This review represents my personal opinion and experience with this product. I am not affiliated with the manufacturer or seller, and this review should not be interpreted as an endorsement or professional advice. Any reliance on the information provided is at your own risk.

I can't say much about these except that they got here quickly because we bought these packets, along with some food bars, for our emergency supply backback. We replaced expired water and food. We keep enough emergency food and water for 3 days in case of a catastrophe. I hope we never have reason to use them, but if we do, they are here. BTW, the whole collection of them is surprisingly heavy.

You pay for the convenient packaging really that gives you the ability to have a bit of water with you in small convenient portions. One sachet contains about 125 ml (half a glass), meaning you get approximately 6 glasses or 1.5 quarts of water for a bit below 8 dollars. I think that's a steep price for water and a bit steep for the packaging as well (hence 4 stars, not 5). Also, one person needs about 2 quarts/day (a lot more, like 1 gallon is recommended usually), but that's in normal conditions. Should someone need these in hot summer or in a very dry climate, or was exposed to the elements, this would not be enough even for a single day. However, not enough to fully hydrate somebody does not mean it's not enough for survival. In "good conditions", I can imagine that 0.5 quarts may sustain somebody for a day and 1.5 would be enough for 3 days, though the person would be more or less severely dehydrated depending on conditions. Dehydrated is not dead however, and if I happened to find myself in a situation like that, I'd be extremely happy to have spent 8 bucks on these packets (and possibly kicking myself for not getting a bit more). Personally, I supplement these with another quart of water in a soda bottle in an easily reachable pocket of my bag. Money-wise, it is much much cheaper to get a few soda bottles and fill them up with tap water and add a few drops of unscented bleach. However it is a lot less of a pain to put many smal sachets in a bag and they seem to be very sturdy and good for many years (unlike the bleach-treated water which you'll have to remember to change regularly). No matter how much water you put in your bag, it will only be a temporary solution before you can secure access to more water, so the function of these little packets really is to help you get to a water source. Don't try to lug around enough water for a week or you won't be able to put anything else in your backpack. In a bag you need just enough to get you to more water, thus you have to think about ways of getting, storing (your palm will not suffice) and treating whatever water you find to make it safe for drinking. If you are in a very dry area, you'll need more water in your backpack, if you're in a wet one, then you'll find water faster - and will need less in your bag. Don't think however that you can exchange a good water filter for more water packets in your bag or vice versa, you'll need both if suddenly there is no potable water around you. Also, if you want to have water "for home" or "bug-in", this is NOT the product you need. For that purpose think along the lines: 2L soda bottles, large mason jars, 1-5 gallon containers, a barrel or maybe a water-bob, some bleach and gravity-fed filters like a Berkey filter. These water packets are for your bag that you can take with you, but if you think you may need more water, don't lean back satisfied after buying these - you still need a water container (a bottle or cup, you can't reuse these, even a ziploc bag is more useable to get and store more water on the go) and a way to treat water.

Good for to go bag in case emergency supplies

Item came well packaged and no leeks.

This is filtered water in a polymer foil pouch. Each pouch contains 4.227 fluid ounces. According to their web site they have approval from the USCG, Canadian Coast Guard, EC and NZ. This water has been filtered and filled at FDA certified facilities. The web site says it will stay fresh for 5 years in even the harshest environments. I wanted a way to safely store water in my car. I had heard about the controversy surrounding plastic water bottles, heat from the car, and breast cancer. Don't know if it's true, but it was a risk I did not want to take. I thought of storing bottled water from the grocery store or storing water in glass jars. The fact that the bottles have to be rotated more than I wanted to rotate them made this not an option for me. I might remember my car, but would also have to remember my husband's. Summers where I live soar into the 100 degress. Inside the car is hotter. I needed to store water safely in the car for an emergency. I learned about Datrex. It was a solution to my problems. Each pouch is for one use. The top of the pouch is supposed to rip to open. The pouches I recieved had a tiny hole punched through the area you were supposed to rip, making it easier to open. This hole did not help ripping it open. Photo of the tiny hole on the pouch is enclosed. I had to open the pouch with a pair of scissors. It is advertised as 72 hours worth of water, because this company thinks you shouldn't drink water the first 24 hours of an emergency unless you are sick or injured. This is actually printed on the back of the pouch. Don't know about you, but that is not how I am going to operate in an emergency. Since this product met all of my criteria I was afraid it would taste horrible. Before I tasted it I told myself. "It doesn't matter how it tastes if it saves your life." After cutting the dark area marked for opening of the packet off with a pair of scissors I felt that the water did not come out that easily. I cut the opening larger. Walked into the bathroom so I could spit it out. No need to spit it out. Shock of all shocks, the water tastes good! So glad I found this product. I carry it in my car along with Mainstay Emergency Rations. Both products are made to withstand harsh environments.

Great tasting water if you ever need in any emergency.