How Long Food Lasts

Condiments, Sauces & Canned Goods

How long does hoisin sauce last?

Quick answer

Hoisin sauce (opened) keeps 3-6 months in the fridge.

Form

Fridge

After opening

3-6months

Freezer

No known time

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Pantry

No known time

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Mine has been in the fridge for

Refreeze after thawing in the fridge?

United States
Yes
United Kingdom
Only after cooking

How long does hoisin sauce last in the fridge?

  • Opened3-6 monthsAfter opening

Your fridge should be set between 0 and 5°C.

Refrigerators should be set to maintain a temperature of 40 °F or below.

Can you freeze hoisin sauce?

    Can you refreeze hoisin sauce?

    • In the United KingdomOnly after cooking
    • In the United StatesYes

    You can freeze food again once cooked, but you’ll only be able to reheat it once after that

    Food thawed in the refrigerator can be refrozen without cooking, although there may be some loss of quality.

    Foods thawed by the cold water method should be cooked before refreezing.

    After cooking raw foods which were previously frozen, it is safe to freeze the cooked foods.

    Can hoisin sauce be kept out of the fridge?

    • Hoisin sauce18-24 months

    All forms at a glance

    FormFridgeFreezerPantry
    Hoisin sauce--18-24 months
    Opened3-6 months--

    Frequently asked questions

    How long does hoisin sauce last in the fridge?

    Opened: 3-6 months.

    Can you refreeze hoisin sauce?

    In the United Kingdom: Only after cooking; In the United States: Yes.

    Sources

    We always show the most cautious time among official sources. Last checked: 1 October 2026.