Shelf life of Vitamin E supps??

[jaimebaker]

Does anyone know the shelf life on the E-5000 by Vitaflex? I only ask because I was at the local feed store today and they have a 2lb container of it for $30 which is obviously, either priced wrong or is an older container. I didn't see an expiration date or a manufacture date on it and would hate to pass up such a great price if it's still good.

[fivehorses]

I believe the Vitaflex vit e is the synthetic rather than the natural vit e.
there are studies which document that synthetic is not as easily absorbed in the horse as natural vit e. just an fyi

[Saddith]

And because it is synthetic, it has a longer shelf life. I have never seen an expiration date on the vitaflex E5000, so I would buy it and feed it - maybe at a slightly larger amount than what is recommended by your vet to make up for the efficacy loss.

It seems like the vitaflex vitamin E5000 has tripled in price! I was happy to get a 10lb pail for $120. I am thinking of getting the smartpak vitamin E, and yes they do have a natural one as well - but I have to watch the pocket book!

[jaimebaker]

Thanks for the info! I emailed Vita Flex to double check. I've fed the Natural E by Smartpak before. I just figured I could nail a heck of a deal if this stuff was still good:lol: Of course, if any of it would be absorbed is of course more important.:yes: