How Long Do Herbs Last?
Storage method
Herbs — dried — pantry, from date of purchase
1 to 2 years in the pantry
- Cool, dry pantry or cupboard
- Applies from date of purchase · dried
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Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeper (v128, snapshot 2026-07-24) · About this data · Report an issue
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All official guidance for herbs
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.
Herbs — dried
| Where | Condition | Official time |
|---|---|---|
| Pantry | from date of purchase | 1 to 2 years |
| Pantry | after opening | 1 to 2 years |
Herbs
| Where | Condition | Official time |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator | from date of purchase | 7 to 10 days |
| Freezer | from date of purchase | 1 to 2 months (best quality) |
Common questions about herbs
- How long do herbs last in the pantry?
- 1 to 2 years in the pantry, counted from the date of purchase, per the USDA FSIS FoodKeeper dataset. Assumes a cool, dry pantry away from light.
- How long do herbs last after opening?
- Once opened — pantry: 1 to 2 years, per the USDA FSIS FoodKeeper dataset.
Two reminders that apply here
Keep the fridge at 40 °F (4 °C) or below.Refrigerator times in this dataset assume a refrigerator held at or below 40 °F. An appliance thermometer is the reliable way to check.
The two-hour rule.Perishable food left at room temperature for more than 2 hours (1 hour above 90 °F / 32 °C) should be discarded, per FoodSafety.gov. Storage windows assume food was refrigerated promptly.