How to Read Expiration Dates: 5 Terms and 7 Formats Explained

How to Read Expiration Dates: 5 Terms and 7 Formats Explained

Not sure how to interpret the date on the label? You’re not alone. Dating on food products is confusing, and how to go about what’s on the label is often not obvious. That’s where this article comes in. In it, we go through the most popular terms and phrases and explain how to interpret various…

“Best if used by” vs “Sell-by” vs “Use-by” – Food Product Dating

“Best if used by” vs “Sell-by” vs “Use-by” – Food Product Dating

Almost all food products come with a date on the label. And let’s face it: those labels are much more confusing than they should be. If you’re not sure what’s the meaning of a “best if used by” (or “best-by”) date, or you have no idea if you should toss a product that’s after its…