California bans "Sell by" food label to cut down on food waste
July 6, 2026
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1:06Now PlayingCalifornia bans "Sell by" food label to cut down on food waste
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as posted by the channelA new law in California is intended to help clear up some of the confusion among consumers over food expiration dates. Manufacturers currently use dozens of different variations of labeling like “Sell By,” “Freshest By,” and “Use By.”
In the state, food packaging can no longer have “Sell By” dates. Now, manufacturers in California must use two standardized labels: “Best If Used By” to show peak freshness and “Use By” for product safety.
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