What types of dates are used on food products?
“Sell-By” date tells the store owner/operator how long to display the product for sale. You should buy the product before the date. “Best if used by” date is recommended for best flavor or quality. This is not a purchase or safety date. “Use-By” date is the last date recommended for the use of the product while at peak quality. This date is determined by the manufacturer. “Closed or coded dates” are packing numbers for manufacturer’s use.