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What storage conditions can damage a SIM card?

Storage Conditions that Cause SIM Card Damage

SIM cards are relatively resilient. They should not be stored in excessive heat such as a locked car in the sun. As for liquid, that generally will not harm the SIM unless it is in a phone. The power supply in the phone could short circuit the SIM rendering it useless.

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