2006-09-28 05:13:15 · 8 answers · asked by roosmom 2 in Food & Drink ➔ Other - Food & Drink
I would guess for liability? They've got enough preservatives in them to keep them good, but the extra help of refrigeration makes the company less liable for spoilage. PLUS...they're nice and cold for salads!
2006-09-28 05:17:20 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because they are seled in a germ-free package with preservatives. Once it's opened, the bacon bits are susceptible to bacteria. This is the same w/ most canned/bottled foods. Refrigreat only after opening package.
2006-09-28 05:17:44 · answer #2 · answered by Sugar Pie 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Before they are opened they are in a sterile environment. Once they have been opened air gets in and mold and bacteria are introduced. Refrigerating them slows the growth of the mold and bacteria spores.
2006-09-28 05:39:45 · answer #3 · answered by eilishaa 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
because they are in a sealed air tight package when you buy them, and no germs can get in....but once you open the package then air get get at the bacon bits and make them go bad faster
2006-09-28 05:21:04 · answer #4 · answered by Ali Z 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A lot of things are like that. Like ketchup and jelly. It's just the way it is. You're not supposed to ask questions about it!
2006-09-28 05:20:36 · answer #5 · answered by angelbaby 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
because they're vacuum packed and when the oxygen contacts it that makes potential for spoilage.
2006-09-28 07:03:39 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because you release the "freshness" seal.
2006-09-28 05:21:59 · answer #7 · answered by Luvv2travel 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
because you have broken the seel between the lid and the jar
2006-09-28 05:20:33 · answer #8 · answered by Jessi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋