Expired
Expiring within 90 days
Good
Water
| Item | Qty | Unit | Expiry Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stored tap water (1-gal jugs) | |||||
| Commercially bottled water | |||||
| Water purification tablets | |||||
| Water filter (LifeStraw / Sawyer) | |||||
| Bleach, unscented (for purification) |
Grains & Dry Goods
| Item | Qty | Unit | Expiry Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White rice | |||||
| Rolled oats / oatmeal | |||||
| All-purpose flour | |||||
| Pasta (spaghetti, penne, etc.) | |||||
| Cornmeal | |||||
| Bread mix / baking mix | |||||
| Crackers | |||||
| Instant potato flakes | |||||
| Quinoa |
Proteins
| Item | Qty | Unit | Expiry Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canned tuna or salmon | |||||
| Canned chicken | |||||
| Canned black beans | |||||
| Canned kidney beans | |||||
| Canned chickpeas | |||||
| Dried lentils | |||||
| Peanut butter | |||||
| Canned chili or stew | |||||
| Protein powder |
Canned Vegetables
| Item | Qty | Unit | Expiry Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canned corn | |||||
| Canned green beans | |||||
| Canned diced tomatoes | |||||
| Tomato paste / sauce | |||||
| Canned mixed vegetables | |||||
| Canned pumpkin | |||||
| Canned olives |
Canned & Dried Fruits
| Item | Qty | Unit | Expiry Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canned peaches / pears | |||||
| Canned mandarin oranges | |||||
| Canned pineapple | |||||
| Applesauce (jars or pouches) | |||||
| Raisins | |||||
| Dried apricots or dates |
Dairy & Eggs
| Item | Qty | Unit | Expiry Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powdered whole milk | |||||
| Evaporated milk (canned) | |||||
| Sweetened condensed milk | |||||
| Powdered eggs | |||||
| Shelf-stable UHT milk | |||||
| Ghee (clarified butter, shelf-stable) |
Fats, Oils & Sugars
| Item | Qty | Unit | Expiry Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vegetable oil | |||||
| Olive oil | |||||
| Coconut oil | |||||
| Shortening | |||||
| White sugar | |||||
| Brown sugar | |||||
| Honey (raw, sealed) | |||||
| Maple syrup | |||||
| Jam / jelly (shelf-stable) |
Seasonings & Baking
| Item | Qty | Unit | Expiry Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt (iodized) | |||||
| Black pepper | |||||
| Garlic powder | |||||
| Onion powder | |||||
| Bouillon cubes / powder | |||||
| Soy sauce | |||||
| Apple cider vinegar | |||||
| Baking soda | |||||
| Baking powder | |||||
| Active dry yeast |
Comfort Foods & Snacks
| Item | Qty | Unit | Expiry Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instant coffee | |||||
| Tea bags | |||||
| Cocoa powder | |||||
| Hard candy | |||||
| Granola bars | |||||
| Trail mix / mixed nuts | |||||
| Popcorn (dried kernels) | |||||
| Electrolyte / sports drink packets |
Freeze-Dried & Long-Term
| Item | Qty | Unit | Expiry Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freeze-dried vegetables (sealed pouches) | |||||
| Freeze-dried fruit (sealed pouches) | |||||
| Freeze-dried meat (sealed pouches) | |||||
| Emergency meal pouches (Mountain House, etc.) | |||||
| Mylar-sealed white rice (25 lb bucket) | |||||
| Mylar-sealed oats (25 lb bucket) | |||||
| Mylar-sealed flour / wheat (25 lb bucket) |
Rotation & Storage Tips
- ✓ First In, First Out (FIFO). Always move newer purchases to the back and use oldest stock first. Date items with a marker when you buy them.
- ✓ Review every 6 months. Set a calendar reminder. Pull everything out, check dates, and update this sheet. Donate items expiring within 3 months if you can't use them.
- ✓ Storage conditions matter more than expiry dates. Cool, dark, and dry extends shelf life significantly. A root cellar or interior closet beats a hot garage by years.
- ✓ Aim for 30, 60, then 90 days of supply. Don't try to store a year's worth overnight. Build incrementally, one category at a time.
- ✓ Store what you actually eat. The best emergency food is food your family already knows and likes. Unfamiliar food causes stress during an already stressful situation.