Is it a illegal to sell "expired meat; poultry and other food items to the public? In Fast Food Restaurants?
What does "Used Through Date January 24, 2025" mean?
"Use By January 24, 2025?"
Posted 17 May 2025 - 05:25 AM
Is it a illegal to sell "expired meat; poultry and other food items to the public? In Fast Food Restaurants?
What does "Used Through Date January 24, 2025" mean?
"Use By January 24, 2025?"
Posted 19 May 2025 - 04:57 AM
Hi toesedan,
Welcome to the IFSQN forums.
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It is a use by date, for some products (such as raw meats that are going to be cooked) it could be extended by freezing provided adequate documented controls and facilities were in place. It wouldn’t be good practice for this to be a significant period such as with this product that expired nearly 4 months ago.
It is preferable to have an adequate stock rotation system in place (FIFO/FEFO) such that foods are used fresh and not being kept until their expiry.
Kind regards,
Tony
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Posted 19 May 2025 - 02:01 PM
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