SKU FD-02-35P
MRE Star Vegetarian Ready-to-Eat Meals – Pallet of 720 Meals
MRE Star Vegetarian Ready-to-Eat Meals – Pallet of 720 Meals
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- ✔ Bulk & Volume Pricing Available
- ✔ Purchase Orders Accepted
- ✔ Tax-Exempt Agencies Supported
Overview & Use
Overview & Use
MRE Star Vegetarian Ready-to-Eat Meals – Pallet of 720 Meals provides a large-scale, meat-free emergency feeding solution designed for institutions, districts, and agencies. Each fully cooked meal is shelf-stable and ready to eat directly from the pouch.
This pallet is well-suited for:
- District-wide and multi-site emergency planning
- Disaster shelters and mass care operations
- Government and humanitarian feeding programs
- Healthcare and campus preparedness programs
- Organizations supporting vegetarian dietary requirements
This version includes a Vegetarian menu configuration with no meat-based components. Meals are formulated to provide balanced emergency nutrition suitable for a wide range of populations.
Specifications
- Contents: Pallet of 720 vegetarian meal kits (60 cases of 12)
- Approximate Calories per Meal: ~1,200
- Meals per Case: 12
- Cases per Pallet: 60
- Pallet Footprint: 40" x 48"
- Date Coding: 5-digit Julian code for rotation tracking
Shelf Life & Storage
Shelf Life & Storage
MRE Star meals provide a 36-month shelf life when stored at or below 80°F (27°C), based on manufacturer guidance. Like all MREs, shelf life is directly affected by storage temperature: the higher the temperature, the shorter the life; the cooler the temperature, the longer the meals will remain within quality specifications.
As a general rule for ready-to-eat meal storage, a reduction of approximately 10°F in storage temperature can significantly extend shelf life. For example, meals stored around 60°F typically maintain quality for substantially longer than 3 years, while storage in temperatures consistently above 90°F will shorten usable life.
For best results:
- Store cases in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight
- Avoid prolonged exposure to temperatures above 100°F (38°C)
- Keep meals off concrete floors and away from chemicals or strong odors
- Incorporate MREs into your emergency supply review and rotation cycle
Each case is marked with a 5-digit Julian date code to help track production date and support inventory rotation. Packaging meets military specifications to ensure durability and long-term storage stability.
Meal Components
Meal Components
Each complete meal kit contains a balanced assortment of entrées, sides, snacks, and beverages designed to provide approximately 1,200 calories per meal. Typical meal components include:
- Entrée (8 oz)
- Starch item: Crackers or tortillas
- Snack item: Toasted corn, dried fruit mix, nut & raisin mix, toffee peanuts, or similar
- Dessert: Cookie or high-energy bar
- Drink mix: Fruit Punch, Orange, Grape, Lemonade, or Pink Lemonade
- Accessory pack: Spoon, napkin, coffee, creamer, sugar, seasonings, wet napkin, candy, and brushpick
- Flameless ration heater: Included when selecting a With Heater variant
Entrée varieties rotate depending on production batch. Typical entrée options may include:
- 3 Cheese Tortellini Complete Meals
- 3 Pasta Marinara Complete Meals
- 3 Spicy Vegetarian Chili Complete Meals
- 3 Vegetarian Lentil Stew with Potato Meals
Menus vary per lot and may differ slightly from the examples above.
FAQ
FAQ
Q: What is the shelf life of these MREs?
A: When stored at or below 80°F (27°C), these meals have a manufacturer-rated shelf life of up to 36 months. Cooler storage temperatures can significantly extend shelf life, while higher temperatures will shorten usable life. Each case includes a 5-digit Julian date code for rotation tracking.
Q: Do the meals require cooking or water?
A: No. All components are fully cooked and can be eaten straight from the pouch. When selecting a “With Heater” option, a flameless ration heater is included so entrées can be warmed without stove, fire, or electricity.
Q: Are these meals appropriate for schools, workplaces, and emergency kits?
A: Yes. MREs are commonly used in classroom kits, workplace preparedness programs, disaster shelters, evacuation centers, CERT deployments, and long-term emergency storage.
Q: Can I order by case or pallet for an organization?
A: Yes. Many products are available in both case and pallet quantities. Pallet shipments typically require freight delivery and may include additional lead time. We can provide formal quotes, multi-site quantity planning, and documentation such as W-9 and insurance certificates.
Q: Are these meals suitable for vegetarians?
A: Yes. These meals use a Vegetarian menu configuration with no meat-based entrées or sides. They provide balanced emergency nutrition using plant-based or meatless components. Individuals with specific dietary restrictions should review packaging and follow organizational guidelines.
