How Long Does Cinnamon Last?
Storage method
Cinnamon — ground, dried, commercially bottled or purchased in bulk — pantry, from date of purchase
3 to 4 years in the pantry
- Cool, dry pantry or cupboard
- Applies from date of purchase · ground, dried, commercially bottled or purchased in bulk
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Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeper (v128, snapshot 2026-07-24) · About this data · Report an issue
FoodStorageCheck — official USDA FoodKeeper guidance · foodstoragecheck.com
All official guidance for cinnamon
Every storage entry the USDA FoodKeeper dataset lists for this food, exactly as published (v128, snapshot 2026-07-24). “No official duration listed” means the source does not provide a number for that combination — not that the food lasts forever.
| Where | Condition | Official time |
|---|---|---|
| Pantry | from date of purchase | 3 to 4 years |
Common questions about cinnamon
- How long does cinnamon last in the pantry?
- 3 to 4 years in the pantry, counted from the date of purchase, per the USDA FSIS FoodKeeper dataset. Assumes a cool, dry pantry away from light.