SKU WA-01-03C
Mayday 5-Year Emergency Drinking Water – 4.2 oz Pouches
Mayday 5-Year Emergency Drinking Water – 4.2 oz Pouches
- ✔ GSA Contract Holder
- ✔ Bulk & Volume Pricing Available
- ✔ Purchase Orders Accepted
- ✔ Tax-Exempt Agencies Supported
Overview
Overview
Mayday 5-Year Emergency Drinking Water pouches provide US Coast Guard approved purified drinking water in individual 4.2 oz sealed pouches designed for long-term emergency storage. Each pouch provides a single serving of purified water with a 5-year shelf life, making them ideal for emergency kit inclusion, kit replenishment, disaster relief distribution, and institutional water supply programs. Available in cases of 100 or pallets of 4,000 pouches for large-scale deployment.
Common uses include emergency kit assembly and replenishment for home, workplace, and school kits, classroom lockdown kit and go bag water supply, disaster relief and homeless outreach distribution programs, government agency and public health department stockpiling, FEMA and emergency management agency supply programs, and vehicle and car emergency kit water supply.
Specifications
Specifications
Product
- Volume: 4.2 oz (125 ml) pouch
- Shelf Life: Up to 5 years (sealed)
- Purification Method: Purified and sealed for long-term storage
- Certification: US Coast Guard approved
Case
- Case Quantity: 100 pouches
- Weight: 31 lb
- Case Dimensions: 17″ × 12″ × 8″
Pallet
- Total Pouches: 4,000
- Cases per Pallet: 40
- Weight: 1,276 lb
- Pallet Dimensions: 40″ × 48″ × 55″
Compliance
- US Coast Guard approved
- SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) approved
- Made in the USA
Shelf Life & Storage
Shelf Life & Storage
Shelf Life
Product is designed for long-term indoor storage and labeled with the manufacturing lot and expiration date. Follow the date markings on the pouch or case when planning rotation cycles as part of your emergency preparedness program.
Storage
Store in a cool dry indoor location away from direct sunlight, cleaning chemicals, and other contaminants. Pouches may be kept in classrooms, offices, closets, or other indoor areas. Avoid storage near chemicals, fuels, or strong odors that may permeate the pouch material. Protect cases from puncture or crushing during storage and handling.
Use in Emergency Kits
Individual pouch packaging supports hygienic distribution to students, staff, or evacuees without shared containers. Single-serve units assist with rationing and reduce waste during short-term emergency events.
FAQ
FAQ
Why choose water pouches instead of regular bottled water?
Emergency water pouches provide a controlled serving size with a manufacturer-stated 5-year shelf life and US Coast Guard approval. The multi-layer foil pouch provides a complete barrier to light and oxygen that plastic bottles cannot match over extended periods, and the compact format simplifies distribution during emergencies. Unlike regular bottled water, pouches are single-serve, tamper-evident, and designed specifically for emergency storage and distribution.
How much emergency water should I plan per person?
A common planning approach is 8–16 oz of stored emergency water per person per day for short-term hydration needs during a shelter-in-place or evacuation event. With a 4.2 oz pouch, many organizations plan 2–4 pouches per person per day as an initial reserve while additional water sources are accessed. These are minimum reserves — FEMA recommends 1 gallon (128 oz) per person per day for full hydration and sanitation needs.
Is the water purified?
Yes. Mayday emergency water is purified and sealed for long-term storage. Made in the USA. No additives or preservatives required.
Is the packaging free of BPA and harmful chemicals?
Yes. The multi-layer foil pouch eliminates concerns about plastic degradation during long-term storage and avoids BPA, forever chemicals, and other harmful substances associated with some plastic water packaging.
Can the pouch be resealed or refilled after opening?
No. Mayday water pouches are single-serve and are not designed to be resealed or refilled after opening. For a resealable emergency water option, Ready H2O 20-Year Emergency Drinking Water in a rugged HDPE bottle is available and can be resealed, consumed over multiple hours, and refilled from treated water sources.
What is SOLAS approval?
SOLAS stands for Safety of Life at Sea — an internationally recognized maritime safety standard that sets requirements for emergency water rations aboard vessels. SOLAS approval exceeds standard US Coast Guard requirements and is recognized internationally. Mayday and Datrex both carry SOLAS approval in addition to US Coast Guard approval.
Is pouch water environmentally friendly?
Foil pouches create far less volume than bottled water and reduce waste during storage rotation cycles. The 5-year shelf life can lower disposal and replenishment frequency for large emergency programs compared to annual bottled water rotation.
Who uses emergency water pouches?
Emergency water pouches are used by school districts, government agencies, military installations, maritime and aviation programs, response teams, disaster relief organizations, and individual preparedness planners. Mayday is particularly well suited for maritime and international programs due to its SOLAS approval.
What is the difference between SOS, Mayday, Datrex, and Mainstay pouches?
All four brands are US Coast Guard approved 4.2 oz emergency water pouches with 5-year shelf lives, made in the USA. Mayday and Datrex carry additional SOLAS international maritime approval. SOS is kosher certified and the only brand available as individual units and in multiple pack sizes. Mainstay is kosher certified and features an easy-open design. Mayday cases contain 100 pouches with a pallet of 4,000.
Can these be purchased in bulk?
Yes. Cases of 100 and pallets of 4,000 pouches are available. Purchase orders and tax-exempt orders accepted. Contact us at 888.733.7245 or quotes@moreprepared.com for volume pricing.
How should damaged pouches be handled?
Discard any pouch that shows signs of damage, leaking, or puncture. Do not consume water from a compromised pouch.
Mayday 5-Year Emergency Drinking Water pouches are a US Coast Guard and SOLAS approved emergency water supply made in the USA, available in cases of 100 or by the pallet of 4,000 pouches for large-scale programs. With a 5-year shelf life, these pouches are a standard component of emergency kits, replenishment programs, and institutional water supply stockpiling operations.