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The last date on which a food is considered safe to eat. Unlike a best-before date, food should not be eaten after this date.
Perishable items like packaged paneer or milk carry a 'use by' date because eating them afterwards can be a real health risk.
The date up to which a food is expected to keep its best quality, taste, and texture. After this date the food may not be at its best but can still often be safely eaten.
The period during which a food remains safe and retains its intended sensory, chemical, physical and microbiological characteristics under stated storage conditions.
