Shelf life of Viht powder

[tufty]

Some reloading equipment I bought recently came with 3 tubs of N-140, 2 are opened and dated 2006, the other is unopened and dated 2009. The website says they have a minimum shelf life of 10 years,does anyone here have a view on whether it is still ok to use,I'm reloading 6mmbr

Thanks

[loiner1965]

if properly stored then it can last many years.....i am using powder i bought 15 years ago with no issues.
i even shoot my 8mm mauser with ammo dated 1969 and again no probs.
try it and see.....
if you are worried i buy it off ya

[hammy]

My Vit 160 for my 6.5x55 is dated 2003 and it's perfectly fine and my Vit 140 for my 6mmBR is 2009 and it'll absolutely fine as well.

[AlBur]

Recently finished my tin of Nobel Rifle #1 Powder. Excellent stuff.
Using Nobel Pistol Powder #3 for 0.357 U/L. Again a clean burning powder.
Almost indefinite shelf life if stored correctly.

Al.

[Sako7mm]

Just finished a tub with an ‘88 date on it. Stored correctly, you have nothing to worry about.

[mh374]

The powder should be fine if store correctly. I have used powder donated to me that was years old with no problems. If in doubt, make a small batch up to try first.