Surplus 5010 powder

Wizard07

Lots of talk in the 50bmg forums of this powder going bad.Mine still is good(no bad smell or fumes coming from jugs).My Question is:Would the powder last longer if I reload it into ammo or would it last just as long if I leave it in the jugs?

jonk

If kept in a cool dry place it will last as long in either way. If it is damp where you live, loading it will seal it airtight away from the air. So it depends.

malbilly

While on this subject, does anyone know if using desiccant packs in the jugs of powder help keep them dry?

JustC

dessicant packs will also absorb the ether,..keep your powder jugs sealed with nothing inside them. Store them at normal house temp and you will get 50+yrs from the powder.

malbilly

Thanks. I had a hunch it wasn't a good idea as I have never seen it addressed before.

Mobuck

I store the sealed jugs in ammo cans. Keeps them in the dark,dry, and mitigates temperature changes somewhat.