Action
Pay attention to the labels THT / TGT
THT (“best before”) means the product is often still fine after the date. TGT (“use by”) is for fresh products and must be followed strictly. Know the difference and avoid unnecessary waste.
Description
What we find interesting:
The best before date (THT) label means that the product can still be eaten safely after the stated date, as long as it looks good, smells, and tastes normal.
In unopened packaging, spreads like peanut butter and chocolate sprinkles, and chips and cookies can still be kept for several months. Rice, pasta, canned goods, soft drinks, and sweets in bottles can still be kept for several years.
The use by (TGT) label, on the other hand, is for fresh products like meat and fish; after this date, they may be unsafe to eat.
Incorrect interpretation of these labels often leads to unnecessary waste.
In unopened packaging, spreads like peanut butter and chocolate sprinkles, and chips and cookies can still be kept for several months. Rice, pasta, canned goods, soft drinks, and sweets in bottles can still be kept for several years.
The use by (TGT) label, on the other hand, is for fresh products like meat and fish; after this date, they may be unsafe to eat.
Incorrect interpretation of these labels often leads to unnecessary waste.
Steps
- 1Check your pantry regularly and put items that have a shorter shelf life at the front.
- 2Place a container in the refrigerator with items that need to be eaten quickly.
- 3Put a note on your fridge to remind yourself of the difference between ‘best before’ and ‘use by’.
- 4Throw food waste in the organic waste bin
