How Long Food Lasts

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How long do oils last?

Quick answer

Oils (olive or vegetable, opened) keep 4 months in the fridge.

Form

Fridge

After opening

4months

Freezer

No known time

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Pantry

3-5months

Mine has been in the fridge for

Refreeze after thawing in the fridge?

United States
Yes
United Kingdom
Only after cooking

How long do oils last in the fridge?

  • Olive or vegetable, opened4 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 oils?

    Can you refreeze oils?

    • 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 oils be kept out of the fridge?

    • Olive or vegetable6-12 months
    • Olive or vegetable, opened3-5 months

    All forms at a glance

    FormFridgeFreezerPantry
    Olive or vegetable--6-12 months
    Olive or vegetable, opened4 months-3-5 months

    Frequently asked questions

    How long do oils last in the fridge?

    Olive or vegetable, opened: 4 months.

    Can you refreeze oils?

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

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    Sources

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