How Long Food Lasts

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How long do pumpkin seeds last?

Quick answer

Pumpkin seeds (raw, no shell) keep 6 months in the refrigerator.

Form

Fridge

From purchase

6months

Freezer

No known time

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Pantry

6months

Mine has been in the fridge for

Refreeze after thawing in the fridge?

United States
Yes
United Kingdom
Only after cooking

How long do pumpkin seeds last in the refrigerator?

  • Raw, no shell6 monthsFrom purchase

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

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

Can you freeze pumpkin seeds?

Yes.

How to thaw pumpkin seeds safely

  1. In the refrigerator
  2. In cold water, cook it right after thawing
  3. In the microwave, cook it right after thawing
  4. Cook it from frozen

There are three safe ways to thaw food: in the refrigerator, in cold water, or in the microwave.

Check the water frequently to be sure it stays cold. Change the water every 30 minutes. After thawing, cook immediately.

It is safe to cook foods from the frozen state. The cooking will take approximately 50% longer than the recommended time for fully thawed or fresh meat and poultry.

You should defrost your food in the fridge so that it doesn’t get too warm

It’s also important to use food within 24 hours after it’s been fully defrosted

Can you refreeze pumpkin seeds?

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

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.

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

Can pumpkin seeds be stored at room temperature?

  • Raw, no shell6 months
  • Raw, in-shell6 months
  • Roasted, no-shell6 months
  • Roasted, in-shell6 months

All forms at a glance

FormFridgeFreezerPantry
Raw, no shell6 months-6 months
Raw, in-shell--6 months
Roasted, no-shell--6 months
Roasted, in-shell--6 months
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Frequently asked questions

How long do pumpkin seeds last in the refrigerator?

Raw, no shell: 6 months.

Can you freeze pumpkin seeds?

Yes.

Can you refreeze pumpkin seeds?

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

Sources

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