Frequently Asked Questions

Below are answers to the most commonly asked questions about our product and the ReadyMeal.com online store. If you don’t see the answer to your question below, feel free to contact us!

Questions About APack™ Ready Meal

How do I read the production date code?
Review the package for a series of numbers that resembles “0324”. The “0” represents the year (2010 or 2020) and the “324” represents the day (324th). Thus, the meal’s date of production is the 324th day of 2010 or 2020. You can typically determine the year if you know when you acquired the meal kits.
Are the meals sold individually?
No, APack™ Ready Meals are sold in case form only. Each case contains 12 meals
of six (6) different varieties.
How many cases should I buy?
To figure out how many cases you need, use this simple formula: 2 meals per day per person for 72 hours. Therefore, one case (12 meals) is enough food for 2 people for 72 hours, 2 cases is enough for 4 people, etc.
Are there storage requirements for Ready Meals?
Yes, they should be stored in a dry environment at a temperature of 80 degrees or less to optimize shelf-life. They do not require refrigeration.
How long do they last? Is there an expiration date?
APack™ Ready Meals have an extended shelf-life when stored in the proper conditions (as noted above). We do not put an expiration date on our cases or individual packs because the shelf-life varies based upon storage conditions (shelf-life chart). Each case and individual pack contains a production date code similar to “0324”.
How does the self-heating element work?
Click here for information on self-heating technology and heating instructions.

Questions About Ordering, Shipping & Other Policies

Do you ship outside of the United States?
No, we only accept orders from inside the continental US.
What is your return policy?
Due to food safety health codes, AmeriQual does not accept returns.