FOOD STORAGE GUIDE
How long does milk (shelf-stable) last?
SOURCE USDA FOODKEEPER · DATASET V128
Milk (shelf-stable) keeps about 6–12 months in the pantry and 5–7 days in the refrigerator, per USDA FoodKeeper guidance.
| Where | How long | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pantry | 6–12 months | From date of purchase. |
| Refrigerator | 5–7 days | After opening. |
Data: USDA FoodKeeper, dataset version 128. Windows assume typical products stored properly.