How Long Does Lemon Juice Last?
Storage method
Lemon juice — pantry, from date of purchase
12 to 18 months in the pantry
- Cool, dry pantry or cupboard
- Applies from date of purchase
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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 lemon juice
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.
Lemon juice
| Where | Condition | Official time |
|---|---|---|
| Pantry | from date of purchase | 12 to 18 months |
| Refrigerator | after opening | 2 months |
Lemon juice — fresh squeezed
| Where | Condition | Official time |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator | general guideline | 6 days |
| Freezer | general guideline | 12 months (best quality) |
Common questions about lemon juice
- How long does lemon juice last in the refrigerator?
- 2 months in the refrigerator, after opening, per the USDA FSIS FoodKeeper dataset. Times assume a refrigerator at or below 40 °F (4 °C).
- How long does lemon juice last in the pantry?
- 12 to 18 months 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 does lemon juice last after opening?
- Once opened — refrigerator: 2 months, 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.