Why does it say expired 2017?

It seems that the expiry date could also be indicative of the manufacturing date. But again, this is a specialist Peranakan food item that gets better with age. Just remember to lightly toast it in slices before food prep.

Is there an expiry date? How come it says expires 12/22/2017 on features & details?

The blocks of shrimp paste belachan I’d purchased about a month have varying expiry dates too. One expires 07/15/22 and the other expires 12/15/21. This is a staple food in my Peranakan family’s diet as with all other such families of this culture. I’m not concerned about the expiry date as the quality of this particular food item gets better with age. If it’s kept refrigerated, it can last for as long as 8 years although, it will probably be consumed in much lesser time than that. It’s used as a condiment mixed with chillie peppers and lime juice. It’s also used as a base for some really spicy dishes. The shrimp that’s in the belachan is already preserved before converting into belachan. Personally, the expiration date is a formality. It tastes better with age.

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Shrimp Paste Belacan Penang 250 gram

Product ID: 78991077

Details

Brand
Oldman
Item Weight
7 Ounces
Number of Pieces
1
Package Weight
0.25 Kilograms
Variety
Shrimp

🦐100% fresh shrimp base

🧂No artificial coloring or additives

🇲🇾Authentic Malaysian origin

₹ 3093

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Description

🦐 Elevate your kitchen game with Penang’s pure shrimp paste sensation!

CLEAN LABEL CONFIDENCE - Zero artificial coloring or preservatives—just pure, natural ingredients you can trust.
VERSATILE UMAMI BOOSTER - Ideal for marinades, sauces, and stir-fries—unlock bold, savory depth in every meal.
COMPACT CULINARY POWERHOUSE - 250 grams of intensely flavorful Belacan, perfect for elevating your signature dishes.
PURE FRESHNESS IN EVERY JAR - Crafted hygienically from only the freshest shrimp for unmatched flavor authenticity.
HERITAGE MALAYSIAN CRAFTSMANSHIP - Sourced and made in Malaysia, bringing you the true taste of Penang’s iconic shrimp paste.

Oldman’s Shrimp Paste Belacan Penang is a 250-gram jar of premium, hygienically prepared shrimp paste made exclusively from fresh shrimp and salt, with no artificial coloring. Proudly made in Malaysia, it delivers authentic, rich umami flavor essential for Southeast Asian cooking.

Specifications

ASIN	B01E474F9Q
ASIN	B01E474F9Q
Best Sellers Rank	#262,398 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #168 in Fish Sauces
Brand Name	Oldman
Customer Reviews	3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (22)
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Item Form	Shrimp
Item Package Weight	0.25 Kilograms
Item Weight	7 Ounces
Manufacturer	Oldman
Manufacturer	Oldman
Number of Pieces	1
Product Dimensions	2.5 x 4.5 x 1 inches; 7 ounces
Size	8.81 Ounce (Pack of 1)
Variety	Shrimp

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