How Long Do Spice/spices Last?
Storage method
Spice/spices — whole — pantry, from date of purchase
3 to 4 years in the pantry
- Cool, dry pantry or cupboard
- Applies from date of purchase · whole
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 spice/spices
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.
Spice/spices — whole
| Where | Condition | Official time |
|---|---|---|
| Pantry | from date of purchase | 3 to 4 years |
| Pantry | after opening | 3 to 4 years |
Spice/spices — ground
| Where | Condition | Official time |
|---|---|---|
| Pantry | from date of purchase | 2 to 3 years |
| Pantry | after opening | 2 to 3 years |
Common questions about spice/spices
- How long do spice/spices 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.
- How long do spice/spices last after opening?
- Once opened — pantry: 3 to 4 years, per the USDA FSIS FoodKeeper dataset.