We’ve all done it: Stood in front of the refrigerator taking out items one at a time, giving them a sniff and then checking for an expiration date. The thought of biting into a deli sandwich when the meat has turned or taking a gulp of sour milk is enough to make anyone pause.
While you may be examining the contents of your refrigerator and your pantry for expired items, you should also take the same care to ensure the maximum freshness and potency of your vitamins and supplements.
Paying attention to the printed expiration dates and storage recommendations on your dietary supplements is the best way to ensure they remain as safe and effective as the label promises.
“If a product is expired, dispose of it immediately – no matter the brand,” said Mark Gammage, manager of chemistry stability investigations at Amway. “It’s that simple.”
Amway makes it easy
For consumers of Amway™ brands, complying is simple: Expiration dates are printed on the bottom of most Nutrilite™ containers. Dates are set individually, based on how long ingredients in that product retain their nutritive value.
“Putting together a single product for the world is a difficult proposition,” said Mark Proefke, manager of analytical sciences at Amway. “When we formulate Nutrilite nutrition products, design packaging and set expiration dates, we must consider the conditions in which a product might be stored, before and after it’s been opened.”
Products might be tested in environmental chambers that simulate extreme conditions, like temperature or humidity, so the product developer can see how it reacts and adjust the formulation accordingly.
Test and retest
At Amway, scientists conduct roughly 30,000 tests annually to ensure products meet the Amway global safety standard. They are testing products for odor, appearance, viscosity and stability of analytes – the ingredients imperative to its effectiveness.
“Stability is critical to meeting our ‘Right First Time’ safety metrics,” Gammage said. “We produce data proving stability through expiration date, to determine shelf life for unopened products and product longevity once opened.
“It’s not guesswork; it’s science.”
For answers to questions about shelf life, visit Amway.com or contact Amway Customer Service at 1 (800) 253-6500.
Appreciate if you could make it clear on the expiring date to avoid confusion to consumer
Hi Noor, thank you for the feedback! If you have any trouble finding them, please contact Amway Customer Service. Expiration dates and best-by dates can be located in different areas depending on the product. Customer service will be happy to guide you!
There is no Expier date on my dobbel x box???
Hi Elin, please contact Amway Customer Service. Expiration dates and best-by dates can be located in different areas depending on the product. Customer service will be happy to guide you and answer any other questions you have. Thanks so much for your interest!
HOW TO CHECK PRODUCT’S EXPIRY DATE? YYYY/MM/DD OR DD/MM/YY ?
Hi May, the best way to get an answer is to contact Amway Customer Service at 1 (800) 253-6500. They are best able to answer any questions you might have. Thanks for your question!
There is no expiration date on the bottom of the box of Nutrilite Twist Tubes 2Go..
Hi Judy, please contact Amway Customer Service. Expiration dates and best-by dates can be located in different areas depending on the product. Customer service will be happy to guide you and answer any other questions you have. Thanks so much for your interest!
At the bottom of product Daily it is written best before 24 mnths the date of manufacture. So, is it safe if I am using the product after 6 mnths of that best before date?
Greetings! Paying attention to the printed expiration dates on your dietary supplements is the best way to ensure they remain as safe and effective as the label promises. We cannot guarantee their effectiveness after the expiration date. Please reach out to Amway Customer Service for any more questions. Thank you!
What is the expiry time for Nutrilite.
Cant find any expiry date at bottom. It is mfg in 2016.
Thanks
Greetings! Please contact Amway Customer Service at 1-800-253-6500 or [email protected]. They will be happy to help you!
Why do I have a g&h body milk lotion dated 31/07/17? And the year now is 2022?.. Amway sending my order, but all expired??
Greetings! Please contact Amway Customer Service. They will be happy to resolve this situation for you!