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References, Glossary, and FAQs
Q What does the ‘Best Used By’ date mean? Q How do I read the ‘Best Used By’
A The “Best Used By” information, located on all information?
product boxes and on the shoulder of all product A You can read product code numbers to de-
bottles, represents the date by which the prod- termine when products are produced. In this
uct is best used by and the product code. Stan- example, the product is best used by July 1,
dard Process only guarantees product potency 2020, and the product code is L050118004.
through the “Best Used By” date. Products are L = lot number
continuously tested to determine their shelf life. 05 = month produced (May)
This testing has shown that certain products tend 01 = day produced (May 1)
to have shorter shelf lives, which is reflected in 18 = year produced (2018)
the “Best Used By” date. 004 = randomized three-digit portion used for
internal tracking
Example:
Best Used By
7-1-20 L050118004
Date Lot Code
Q How do I read your product labels?
A Below is an example of the different parts of our label and what they refer to.
Product name Product number
Serving size
Servings per container
Ingredients—ingredients that
contribute to the label claims; listed
from “most to least” based on formula
Dose Schedule—recommended
product dosage based on body weight
Nutrient claims for the product—
order mandated by the FDA
Universal Product Code (UPC)—
current UPCs are listed on our website
Product size
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