SKU WA-01-08C
Datrex 5-Year Emergency Drinking Water – 4.2 oz Pouches
Datrex 5-Year Emergency Drinking Water – 4.2 oz Pouches
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- ✔ Tax-Exempt Agencies Supported
Overview
Overview
Datrex Emergency Drinking Water is considered the gold standard for emergency hydration in maritime and land-based disaster planning. Each pouch contains purified water packaged using modern filtration and sterilization processes, then sealed in durable polymer-foil for maximum bursting strength and a five-year shelf life from the date of manufacture.
Approved by the United States Coast Guard, Canadian Coast Guard, and compliant with SOLAS standards, these pouches are trusted for survival at sea as well as disaster-response programs on land. The individual 125 ml (4.227 oz) portions reduce loss potential and make rationing simple during emergencies when water must be distributed evenly across groups.
Compact case dimensions make Datrex convenient for storage in emergency cabinets, classroom kits, supply sheds, go-bags, and shelter bins. Lightweight and easy to dispense, the DX1000W format supports both individual readiness and large-scale institutional planning for government agencies, schools, and workplace preparedness programs.
Specifications
Specifications
Product Details
• Volume: 4.2 oz (125 ml) pouch
• Packaging: Multi-layer foil pouch
• Purification Method: Reverse osmosis filtration
• Shelf Life: Up to 5 years (sealed)
• Use Cases: Maritime survival and land-based emergency preparedness
Case
• Case Quantity: 64 pouches
• Total Volume: 8.4 liters per case
• Weight: 20.5 lb
• Case Dimensions: 13.25″ × 9.75″ × 6.75″
Pallet
• Total Pouches: 6,272
• Cases per Pallet: 98
• Weight: 2,090 lb
• Pallet Dimensions: 40″ × 48″ × 55″
Compliance
• U.S. Coast Guard Approved
• Canadian Coast Guard Approved
• SOLAS Compliant
• NSN 8960-01-124-4543
Shelf Life & Storage
Shelf Life & Storage
Store Datrex emergency water in a cool, dry location out of direct sunlight. Avoid long-term exposure to temperature extremes, such as unventilated storage containers, attics, or vehicles. A stable indoor environment will help preserve the full 5-year sealed shelf life. Do not freeze pouches. For best results, rotate inventory at the manufacturer’s expiration date and use a first-in, first-out method for institutional storage.
FAQ
FAQ
What is Datrex emergency water used for?
Datrex emergency water provides reliable drinking water when normal sources are unavailable or disrupted. Each sealed 125 ml pouch is sized for quick distribution during lockdowns, shelter-in-place events, evacuations, maritime emergencies, and disaster response operations. It is commonly included in school safety kits, workplace and facility preparedness programs, disaster shelters, CERT supplies, and lifeboat rations as a standardized hydration component.
Why use pouches instead of bottled water?
Single-serve pouches make it easier to distribute water evenly and control rationing in an emergency, especially with large groups. Only one small portion is opened at a time, which helps reduce waste and limits container sharing in classrooms, shelters, and response teams. Pouches also pack more efficiently than bottles in cabinets and bins, which is why they are widely used in kit-based and maritime preparedness.
How much water should I plan per person?
Emergency planners often allocate 2–4 pouches per person per day (8–16 oz) to provide a hydration baseline during the first 24–72 hours of an emergency. Datrex pouches are designed to support emergency hydration, not full daily intake, and are typically used alongside other stored or delivered water sources. For a 72-hour plan, many schools, workplaces, and agencies include 6–12 pouches per person depending on access to additional water.
Why do schools and agencies use Datrex?
Schools, government agencies, and businesses use Datrex because it offers Coast Guard approvals, a 5-year sealed shelf life, and single-serve portions that make controlled rationing easy in group settings. The compact case size and durable pouches fit well in classroom lockdown kits, office preparedness bins, and centralized agency storage, where space, reliability, and standardized planning all matter.
What should I do with water approaching its expiration?
Stored water should be rotated using a first-in, first-out system, so the oldest cases are used or replaced first and your emergency stock always reflects fresh product. As cases approach their printed expiration date, many organizations donate the water locally to food banks, mutual-aid groups, or community shelters so it is used rather than thrown away. After donation, they replenish with new stock to maintain their full emergency supply.
If your team needs assistance planning a rotation cycle or locating local donation resources, we can help connect you with organizations that may accept expiring water supplies.
Datrex emergency water pouches are widely used in emergency planning because they provide reliable hydration in a compact, controlled portion that works well in classroom lockdown kits, workplace preparedness bins, and shelter-in-place supplies. Each 125 ml pouch supports measured rationing during the first 24–72 hours of a disruption while larger water sources are established. The durable foil packaging and Coast Guard approvals make Datrex a trusted choice for schools and agencies seeking standardized hydration across multiple locations and storage environments, and the 5-year sealed shelf life simplifies long-term rotation.