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How Long Do Pudding Mixes Last?

Shelf Stable Foods · official USDA FoodKeeper guidance, snapshot 2026-07-24

Storage method

Pudding mixes — pantry, from date of purchase

1 year in the pantry

  • Cool, dry pantry or cupboard
  • Applies from date of purchase
Pick a valid date to calculate the recommended use-by window.

Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeper (v128, snapshot 2026-07-24) · About this data · Report an issue

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All official guidance for pudding mixes

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.

WhereConditionOfficial time
Pantryfrom date of purchase1 year
Pantryafter opening3 to 4 months

Common questions about pudding mixes

How long do pudding mixes last in the pantry?
1 year 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 pudding mixes last after opening?
Once opened — pantry: 3 to 4 months, per the USDA FSIS FoodKeeper dataset.