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Is it still safe to eat food that has passed expiry date?

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In general, consumers should not consume food products that have passed their expiry dates as they might have deteriorated in quality. However, the safety of a food product is not dependent solely on its expiry date. Food products that are not stored or handled properly can be unsafe to consume even if their expiry date has not passed. It is important that consumers check the food product for signs of spoilage (e.g. odour, bulging packaging, etc) before consumption. Do not eat if there are any doubts about the safety of the food product.

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Regulatory Standards, Frameworks & GuidelinesFood Labelling & Packaging Guidelines

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