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How to Find Expiration Dates, Lot Numbers and Batch Codes

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Find the expiration date, lot number, ink jet code and other identifiers on your Enfamil® product packaging.

Infant Formula Powder Containers

  • Find the Use By/Expiration Date. Look for this on the top or the bottom of the can. The type is embossed (raised).
  • The Product Identifier is below the Use By/Expiration Date.
  • The Lot Number is below the Product Identifier.
  • Ink Jet batch codes may be under the label or on the bottom of the can.*
  • The Ink Jet Code may be 4 – 13+ characters long.

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Infant Formula Liquid Containers

  • Find the Use By/Expiration Date. Look for this on the side of the label or on the carton.
  • The Lot Number is near the Use By/Expiration Date.
  • These products do not have Product Identifiers.
  • The Ink Jet Code may be under the label or on the bottom of the can.
  • The Ink Jet Code may be 4 – 13+ characters long.

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Vitamins and Supplements

  • Find the Use By/Expiration Date. Look for this on the side of the label or on the carton.
  • The Lot Number is near the Use By/Expiration Date. Note: For Expecta®, the Lot Number is above the Use By/Expiration Date.
  • These products do not have Product Identifiers or Ink Jet Codes*.

*Ink Jet Codes are on 2 oz. infant formula Nursette®bottles and infant formula powders only.

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FAQs

Can you tell expiration date from lot number? ›

Most lot numbers are printed on the product packaging and typically follow a standard format for the manufacturer. Unfortunately, there is no consensus or standard method between manufacturers identifying or labeling expiration dates by lot number.

How to read batch code expiration date? ›

The batch code identifies the manufacture date of the product. Usually it is printed on both the primary container and outer packaging. The batch code consists from numbers and letters. If the product is not marked, then it must have the expiration date written.

How do you read a lot code? ›

How to Read Lot Numbers
  1. The first two digits (18) is the year of manufacture (2018)
  2. The next two digits (02) is the month of manufacture (February)
  3. The next two digits (20) is the day of the month of manufacture (20th)
  4. The next digit (6) is our inter-company plant number.
Feb 19, 2018

Does lot date mean expiration date? ›

Example: LOT # H-21300822 means that the product was manufactured on August 30, 2021, and the earliest expiration date of any of the components that constitute it is August 2022.

What does a lot number tell you? ›

A lot number is a unique identifier assigned to a batch of items. Lot numbers are used to track items throughout the manufacturing process and can be used to identify recalled items or products with defects.

What is the format of expiration date? ›

In short, all financial transaction cards should show the card's expiration date in one of the following two formats: “MM / YY” or “MM-YY” — with the first being the by far most common for credit cards. This represents two digits for the month and two for the year — for example, “02 / 24”.

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