Shelf Life Calculator
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Manufacture Date:
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How to Use the Shelf Life Calculator
A Shelf Life Calculator helps determine a product’s expiration date by adding its shelf life duration (in months) to its manufacturing date.
What It Does:
This calculator simplifies inventory management and product planning by instantly calculating when a product will expire, based on how long it’s expected to remain safe and effective under proper storage conditions.
Steps to Use:
- Select the manufacturing date of the product using the date picker.
- Enter the shelf life duration in months (e.g., 12, 24, 36).
- Click the “Calculate Expiration Date” button.
You’ll then see:
- The confirmed manufacturing date.
- The calculated expiration date.
Example:
If a product was manufactured on 2023-07-01 and has a shelf life of 18 months, the calculator will return 2025-01-01 as the expiration date.
Shelf Life Calculator FAQ
Q1: What is shelf life?
A: Shelf life is the amount of time a product remains usable, effective, or safe when stored under recommended conditions.
Q2: What types of products can this calculator be used for?
A: It’s commonly used for food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, supplements, and other perishable goods.
Q3: Can I input shelf life in days or years?
A: Currently, this version only supports months. If you’d like support for days or years, that can be added easily.
Q4: Is this calculator suitable for regulatory compliance?
A: It provides a general estimate. For official documentation or industry-specific compliance, consult your regulatory authority.
Q5: Does it account for opened vs. unopened products?
A: No. This calculator assumes unopened, properly stored products. Opened products may have a significantly reduced shelf life.