FOOD STORAGE GUIDE
How long does jerky (commercially dried) last?
SOURCE USDA FOODKEEPER · DATASET V128
Jerky (commercially dried) keeps about 12 months in the pantry and 2–3 months in the refrigerator, per USDA FoodKeeper guidance.
| Where | How long | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pantry | 12 months | From date of purchase. |
| Refrigerator | 2–3 months | After opening. |
Data: USDA FoodKeeper, dataset version 128. Windows assume typical products stored properly.