California has enacted a new law banning "sell by" labels on food packaging, aiming to reduce confusion and food waste. Starting Wednesday, manufacturers must use standardized labels: "Best if Used By" for peak quality and "Use By" for safety. This initiative is expected to decrease the significant amount of unexpired food discarded annually in the state. Similar legislation is being considered in other states and at the federal level. AI
RANK_REASON New legislation enacted by a major state impacting consumer goods labeling and environmental policy. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]
- Best if Used By
- California
- California Grocers Association
- Californians Against Waste
- Jacqui Irwin
- sell by
- U.S. Department of Agriculture
- Food and Drug Administration
- University of Maryland
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