Public Health - Food and Milk Product Labeling - Requirements

Summary

Beginning July 1 2027, Maryland food manufacturers, processors and retailers must label quality dates as “best if used by” (or “BB” on very small packages) and safety dates as “use by” (or “UB” on very small packages). The bill also prohibits the phrase “sell by” on food labels and orders the Department of Health to create and post consumer‑education materials about these dates.

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