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A “Best if Used By/Before” date indicates when a product will be of best flavor or quality.
It is not a purchase or safety date.

A “Sell-By” date tells the store how long to display the product for sale for inventory
management. It is not a safety date.

A “Use-By” date is the last date recommended for the use of the product while at peak quality.
It is not a safety date except for when used on infant formula as described below.

A “Freeze-By” date indicates when a product should be frozen to maintain peak quality.
It is not a purchase or safety date.