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Guidelines for Setting Food Expiration Date Labeling

Local Title
食品期限表示の設定のためのガイドライン
Country/Region
Japan
Competent Authority
Consumer Affairs Agency
Type
Guideline
Status
In force
Release Date
2005-02-01
Implementation Date
2005-02-01

This guideline applies to all pre-packaged foods and stipulates the requirements for determining the shelf life of foods.

Contents:

  1. Background and Purpose

  2. Basic Considerations for Setting Expiration Dates

(Reference 1) Examples of Representative Tests

(Reference 2) Guidelines Compiled by Industry Associations and Examples of Hearing Results

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