storage life
storage life — noun
1. the length of time that a product — especially food, a medicine, or a chemical —
the length of time that a product — especially food, a medicine, or a chemical — can be kept under specific conditions before it becomes unsafe, stops working properly, or is no longer good to use.
The storage life of fresh milk is only about one week in a refrigerator.
the storage life of + noun phrase: defining the product
Alessia checked the storage life on the medicine bottle before buying it.
collocation: check the storage life
Manufacturers must clearly show the storage life on all packaged foods.
Proper freezing can extend the storage life of meat for up to six months.
The patient asked the pharmacist about the storage life of the new medication.
- shelf life
more common for retail products; 'storage life' is preferred for warehouse or home-storage contexts.
- keeping quality
focuses on how well a product stays fresh rather than the exact time limit.
- usable life
broader term that can also apply to non-food items like batteries or tools.
文法句型
the storage life of + noun phrase
用法筆記
Often used interchangeably with 'shelf life', though 'shelf life' is more common for products displayed in shops and 'storage life' for products kept in warehouses or home storage.