The date on food indicating until when it can be safely consumed; after this date the product's safety or quality is not guaranteed. 'Use-by date' often indicates a shorter-term, safety-related limit compared with best-before dates.
牛乳の消費期限が今日までだから、早めに飲んでください。
The milk's use-by date is today, so please drink it soon.
消費期限と賞味期限は意味が違うので、表示をよく確認しよう。
Because the use-by date and best-before date have different meanings, check the labels carefully.
開封後は消費期限内でも保存方法に注意する必要がある。
Even within the use-by date, you need to observe proper storage after opening.
スーパーの見切り品には消費期限が近い商品が多い。
Clearance items at the supermarket are often products nearing their use-by dates.