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How Long Does Vegetable Oil (opened) Last? — Shelf Life & Storage Guide

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Pantry/Counter: 6-12 months (opened)

Category: Condiments

Overview

Vegetable Oil (opened) lasts 6-12 months (opened) in the pantry. Complete shelf life, storage tips, and spoilage signs.

Key Details

  • Pantry/Counter: 6-12 months (opened)
  • Category: Condiments

Why This Matters

  • Spoilage sign: Rancid smell
  • Spoilage sign: Dark discoloration
  • Spoilage sign: Thick or sticky texture
  • Spoilage sign: Off taste

How To

  1. 1Store in cool, dark cabinet with cap tightly sealed
  2. 2Unopened vegetable oil lasts 1-2 years
  3. 3Do not reuse frying oil more than 2-3 times
  4. 4Filter used frying oil through cheesecloth if reusing
  5. 5Canola, soybean, and corn oil have similar shelf lives

Tags

shelf-lifecondimentsvegetable-oil-openedstoragefood-safety

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Frequently Asked Questions

Vegetable Oil (opened) is not typically stored in the fridge.