1.4 Maple Syrup Density Measurement. 1.4.1 Background; 1.4.2 Hydrometers; 1.4.3 Hydrotherms; 1.4.4 Refractometers . 1.4.4.1 Optical Refractometers; 1.4.4.2 Digital Refractometers; 1.4.5 Temperature Correction; 1.4.6 Instrument Calibration . 1.4.6.1 Hydrometers; 1.4.6.2 Thermometers; 1.4.6.3 Refractometers; 1.4.7 Collecting a Representative Sample
Because of this distinction, you may safely use fish even after the sell by date has lapsed. If there is a use-buy date on fresh fish, then it is recommended to either cook or freeze the fish by that date. Commercially frozen fish, if kept frozen, can be safely stored for 10-12 months.
Preferably, the day you buy it from your local fishmonger or grocery store. But sometimes that's not possible. When stored properly in the refrigerator, fresh fish should be cooked within two days, up to three at most, from the time it was purchased. Shelf life does vary from species to species, with some lasting slightly longer. Two days is a good rule of thumb to follow.