Can ice in a bag go bad? The truth about packaged ice.
                                
                                
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                                According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), ice is classified as a food product, and like other food items, it can become contaminated under certain conditions. So, can ice in a bag go bad? The answer is a surprising yes, though not in the way you might think, as its quality can degrade over time and with improper storage.