Food Safety Guide

Shopping at salvage grocery stores is safe when you know what to look for. Here's your complete guide to food safety.

Check Expiration Dates

Always check expiration dates and understand the difference between "Best By", "Use By", and "Sell By" dates. Many products are perfectly safe past their "Best By" dates.

Inspect Packaging

Examine packaging for damage. Minor dents in cans are usually fine, but avoid cans that are bulging, rusted, or leaking.

Storage Guidelines

Store salvage grocery items properly once you get home. Follow the same food safety rules you would with any groceries.

What to Avoid

• Products with broken seals
• Bulging or severely dented cans
• Items with signs of pest damage
• Frozen foods that have thawed and refrozen