Receipts folder is 650MB...can I delete it?

Is the receipts folder on my MBP with all the pkg's files a 'must keep'? or can I make some room and delete it? Just trying to free up space and noticed that's a pretty big one. ARe these pkg files important? cheers..

Is the receipts folder on my MBP with all the pkg's files a 'must keep'?
Yes.
ARe these pkg files important?
Items in that folder should only be deleted if you're reinstalling or uninstalling the software associated with a specific receipt.
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