This date suggests how long the manufacturer thinks the food will remain at peak quality. However, the product still may be used after this date. Although it may no longer meet the company's standard for freshness. This is the date the food was packaged or processed. With this information, consumers can decide which package is fresher.
Fresh meat is labeled with a pack date.
Do not buy ground beef packaged three days ago when a package is available that was packed today. This is the last date the product should be eaten. The Food and Drug Administration regulates the expiration date on all baby food and infant formula. After the expiration date, food is no longer safe to eat. Always discard food that has passed the expiration date.