is this legal to buy / sell?

Definitely legal to buy... Can't speak on selling them but they are available to veterans (now civilians) at the stores on base. These are the same MREs we used as Marines since 2007.

How do we know what we are getting (what flavor)?

they choose randomly so you won't know.

It's just one for 12 dollars?

Price in 2020 pandemic increased by 8 dollars

What meals are there?

Wikipedia has a full list of MRE meals here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MRE#MRE_menus_by_era I've gotten a few different ones, though mostly things like the chili and ravioli.

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MREs (Meals Ready-to-Eat) Genuine U.S. Military Surplus (1 Pack) Assorted Flavor | Ready-to-Eat Shelf-Stable Meal | Genuine Military Surplus | Long Shelf Life

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⏳10+ years shelf life

🎒Compact & portable

🔥1250 calories per meal

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🥾 Ready for anything, anytime — fuel your next adventure with military-grade power!

COMPACT READY TO EAT - No prep needed—just open and fuel up wherever life takes you.
VERSATILE MEAL SOLUTION - Ideal for camping, hiking, hunting, or as a reliable emergency food supply.
AUTHENTIC U S MILITARY QUALITY - Genuine warfighter rations trusted by professionals and survivalists alike.
SHELF STABLE FOR A DECADE OR MORE - Store confidently with a guaranteed long shelf life, perfect for emergency prep.
ENDURANCE FUEL FOR THE MODERN EXPLORER - Packed with 1250 calories to keep you energized on every adventure.

This Genuine U.S. Military Surplus MRE is a shelf-stable, ready-to-eat meal designed for maximum endurance and nutrition, delivering approximately 1250 calories per pack. Manufactured in the U.S. with a pack date from 2012 or later, it offers a long shelf life ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, preppers, and emergency preparedness. Each pack contains assorted flavors with authentic military-grade quality, ensuring a reliable and compact meal solution wherever you go.

Specifications

ASIN	B009ZIDU0U
Best Sellers Rank	#73,116 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #1,186 in Packaged Meals & Side Dishes
Brand Name	Ammo Can Man
Country of Origin	United States
Customer Reviews	4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (3,064)
Date First Available	October 31, 2012
Item Dimensions LxWxH	12 x 6 x 6 inches
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H	11 x 8.5 x 2.5 inches
Item Weight	0.5 kg
Manufacturer	MRE
Number of Items	1
Package Weight	0.77 kg
Part Number	HRD2-PN-897045969

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