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Food safety and shelf life depend on storage conditions, packaging integrity, and the food type. Best before dates indicate quality; use by dates indicate genuine food safety limits.

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Use by = Safety limit - do not consume after this date regardless of appearance or smell

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  1. 1Use by = Safety limit - do not consume after this date regardless of appearance or smell
  2. 2Best before = Quality limit - safe to eat after this date, but quality may decline
  3. 3Temperature: each 10 degrees C rise roughly doubles the bacterial growth rate

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Raw chicken, fridge storage
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Safe for 1-2 days maximum; cook thoroughly or freeze immediately on purchase

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What is Food Shelf Life?

Food safety and shelf life depend on storage conditions, packaging integrity, and the food type. Best before dates indicate quality; use by dates indicate genuine food safety limits

How accurate is the Food Shelf Life calculator?

The calculator uses the standard published formula for food shelf life. Results are accurate to the precision of the inputs you provide. For financial, medical, or legal decisions, always verify with a qualified professional.

What units does the Food Shelf Life calculator use?

This calculator works with inches. You can enter values in the units shown — the calculator handles all conversions internally.

What formula does the Food Shelf Life calculator use?

The core formula is: Use by = Safety limit - do not consume after this date regardless of appearance or smell. Each step in the calculation is shown so you can verify the result manually.

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