Type I (non-extendible) shelf-life items require what action regarding expiration?

Type I (non-extendible) shelf-life items require what action regarding expiration?

• A. Issue the materiel before its expiration date.
• B. Do not issue materiel beyond its expiration date.
• C. Extend the expiration date if necessary.
• D. Discard the item at the first sign of wear.

Answer: (B)

Non-extendible Type I shelf-life items are guaranteed only up to their expiration date; beyond that point, there is no approved basis to extend their usable life. Issuing materiel after it has expired could compromise safety and performance, so the correct action is not to issue it once it has passed expiration. Expired stock should be quarantined and dispositions followed per established procedures (return for disposal or demilitarization, and update inventory records). Unlike items that can have their dates extended under approved requalification, Type I items do not have an extension option, reinforcing the need to remove them from supply and usage at expiration.

Non-extendible Type I shelf-life items are guaranteed only up to their expiration date; beyond that point, there is no approved basis to extend their usable life. Issuing materiel after it has expired could compromise safety and performance, so the correct action is not to issue it once it has passed expiration. Expired stock should be quarantined and dispositions followed per established procedures (return for disposal or demilitarization, and update inventory records). Unlike items that can have their dates extended under approved requalification, Type I items do not have an extension option, reinforcing the need to remove them from supply and usage at expiration.