Understanding Expiry Dates: Does the Expiry Date Include the Month?

Learn how expiry dates work, including whether the month is included in the expiration date.

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Yes, the expiry date includes the month. For example, if the expiration date is listed as '12/2023', the document is valid until the end of December 2023, meaning it will expire on December 31, 2023.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is an expiry date? An expiry date is the last date on which a product is guaranteed to be safe and effective.
  2. How do I read an expiry date? Expiry dates are usually formatted as month/year. The product remains valid until the end of the month listed.
  3. What happens after the expiry date? After the expiry date, the product may not be effective or safe to use, depending on the item.
  4. Is the expiry date the same as the sell-by date? No, the sell-by date indicates when a store should sell the product by, while the expiry date is when the product should no longer be consumed.

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