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Adhesive Shelf Life

All of our adhesives, sealants, care, and maintenance products are designed to remain effective for at least two years when stored properly in a cool, dry environment, out of direct sunlight, and in their original, sealed containers. In this blog post, we'll cover the specifics for all of our adhesives. 
The shelf life of our adhesive products varies depending on the product. While it's possible your adhesive might last longer than what's shown in the table below, the provided durations give you a reliable estimate of how long the product will stay in good condition.


Adhesive Shelf Life Table for GEAR AID Products



Please note, this is for unopened product only. You can see when the adhesive was manufactured by looking at the date on stamped onto the crimp, or onto the bottom of the NEO can. Once opened and the adhesive is exposed to moisture in the air, the curing process begins. You are unable to stop this process but can slow down curing by storing the adhesive in a dry environment.

Once opened, a tube of adhesive will generally last 3-6 months (although sometimes longer) depending on storage. For more information on how to store adhesives after opening and prevent any hardening in the tube, please click here


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