I've been given the task of verifying a batch of ICs from a chinese broker, to see that the chips the company has bought are what the broker claims they are. The package we've received looks like this, and has this statement (amongst others) on it:
- "Parts should be used within 5 days after opening".
Why is this recommendation given? The shelf life of the ICs has to be much greater than 5 days right? And how critical is it for me to follow this statement?