Food Shelf-Life Guide
Refrigerator and freezer reference times for selected foods. Choose a food to see both storage conditions.
Freezer times describe best quality, not a safety deadline. Properly handled food kept continuously at 0°F (−18°C) or colder can remain safe beyond these times.
Smell and appearance cannot establish safety. Refrigerate perishables within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F (32°C). Follow product storage instructions; this guide cannot assess food after unsafe handling or a power outage.
Sources: FoodSafety.gov cold food storage chart and FDA storage guidance, checked October 8, 2026. For pantry foods and items not listed here, use the official FoodKeeper reference. No data leaves your browser.