How do I calculate an expiration date?

You can use the `get_use_by_date` tool by providing the date the item was purchased and the number of days it is expected to last.

Can I check multiple items at once?

Yes, the `bulk_check_expiry_status` tool allows you to evaluate a list of items to see which are expired or approaching their use-by dates.

How do I know if a shelf-life duration is normal?

Use the `validate_shelf_life_range` tool to verify if a duration is realistic, or `list_shelf_life_categories` to see typical ranges for different food types.

Pantry Shelf Life Tracker MCP Connector for Claude

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Calculate precise use-by dates and manage pantry expiration using shelf-life durations.

4 tools Official Updated Oct 1, 2026 Official Vinkius Partner

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This MCP server provides tools to manage food freshness by calculating expiration dates. Use get_use_by_date to find exactly when an item should be consumed based on its purchase date and shelf life. You can also use validate_shelf_life_range to check if a duration is realistic, list_shelf_life_categories to see standard food groupings, or bulk_check_expiry_status to scan an entire inventory for items that are expired or nearing their end of life.

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Connect to Claude

Subscribe on Vinkius, then add this connector to Claude.ai or Claude Code.

① Claude.ai (web app)

Go to Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector
Paste the MCP endpoint URL below

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_ac62pdSMOjbxoHgMcdYj9wkPpliexnhk1F3wj4fq/mcp

② Claude Code (terminal)

claude mcp add --transport http pantry-shelf-life-tracker https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_ac62pdSMOjbxoHgMcdYj9wkPpliexnhk1F3wj4fq/mcp

③ Claude Desktop

Add to claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "pantry-shelf-life-tracker": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_ac62pdSMOjbxoHgMcdYj9wkPpliexnhk1F3wj4fq/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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