Why does a carton of heavy cream last for 2 months in the refrigerator, but a carton of milk only lasts for about 1 week before expiration?

Question

Why does a carton of heavy cream last for 2 months in the refrigerator, but a carton of milk only lasts for about 1 week before expiration?

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Answer 1

They heavier the dairy product the longer the shelflife. Cheese, sour cream, heavy cream, half-and-half, whole milk, 2% milk, etc.