Knowing the pack date can help you put a carton’s other dates into perspective.
A carton may have a sell-by, use-by, best-before, or similar date printed on it. These labels generally relate to quality or inventory management rather than acting as a universal food-safety cutoff. USDA guidance explains that food dating is primarily intended to communicate quality, while proper storage and handling remain critical to safety.
What Does the “Sell-By” Date Mean?
A sell-by date is primarily intended to help retailers manage inventory. It tells the store how long the product should remain available for sale under the applicable labeling
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