# How to handle Fresh Goods and minimum Shelf Life Requirements

### **1. Goods with a BBD**

* If a product has a **BBD**, it must match or exceed the minimum shelf life specified in the Listing.
* Sellers are responsible for ensuring that the BBD is accurate and complies with these rules.

### **2. Fresh Goods (No BBD Provided)**

* Products without a BBD are classified as **Fresh Goods**.
* Fresh Goods must have **at least 75% of their total shelf life remaining** at the time of delivery.
  * Total shelf life is calculated from the production date to the BBD.

### **3. Handling Non-Compliant Goods**

* If Fresh Goods or BBD items do not meet minimum shelf life requirements, Buyers can:
  1. Accept the goods at a discounted price (mediated by Parallel)
  2. Refuse part or all of the delivery and receive a refund
* Sellers are responsible for retrieving rejected goods within **five business days**.

### **Tips for Sellers**

* Track production dates and shelf life carefully when listing products.
* Avoid listing products that may not meet the 75% Fresh Goods rule.


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