How to Calculate Expiry Dates for Products

Learn the simple steps to calculate expiry dates from product shelf life and manufacturing date.

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Calculating expiry dates involves adding the shelf life to the manufacturing or packaging date. For instance, if a product's shelf life is 6 months and it was manufactured on January 1, add 6 months to the date resulting in an expiry date of July 1. Always verify with product-specific guidelines.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is the easiest way to calculate an expiry date? Add the product's shelf life to the manufacturing date to find the expiry date.
  2. Why is it important to check expiry dates? Checking expiry dates ensures product safety and effectiveness, preventing health risks.
  3. Does every product have an expiry date? Not all products have an expiry date; some may have 'best by' dates instead.