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How long condiments, sauces & canned goods last

33 foods. Times from the U.S. government's USDA FoodKeeper data.
FoodFridgeFreezerPantry
Anchovies3–4 days once opened2 months5 years
Bacon grease6 months12 months—
Balsamic vinegar18 months once opened—3–5 years
Barbecue sauce4 months once opened—1 year
Beef broth, stock or consommé7 days (3–4 days once opened)2–3 monthsUntil the package use-by date
Black bean sauce3–6 months once opened—18–24 months
Broth3–4 days2–3 months—
Chicken broth, stock or consommé7 days (3–4 days once opened)2–3 monthsUntil the package use-by date
Chutney1–2 months once opened—1 year
Cooking wineUntil the package use-by date—Until the package use-by date
Cranberry sauce1–2 weeks once opened—2 years
Dry gravy mixes1–2 days—2 years
Frying oil1 month6–9 months—
Gravy1–2 days once opened—2–5 years
Hoisin sauce3–6 months once opened—18–24 months
Horseradish12 months (3–4 months once opened)——
Jams, jellies, and preserves6–12 months once opened—6–18 months
Ketchup, cocktail, or chili sauce6 months once opened—1 year
Marinades6 months once opened—1 year
Mayonnaise2 months once opened—3–6 months
Mustard1 year once opened—1–2 years
Oyster sauce3–6 months once opened—18–24 months
Pesto6 months (3 days once opened)1 month—
Pickles1–3 months once opened—1 year
Relish9 months—30 months
Salad dressing1–3 months once opened—10–12 months
Salsa1 month once opened—1 year
Soy sauce or teriyaki sauce1 month once opened—3 years
Spaghetti sauce4 days once opened—18 months
Tahini3 weeks once opened—1 year
Thai red curry paste5 days once opened—2 years
Tomato sauce3–5 days once opened—Until the package use-by date
Vegetable stock or broth7 days (3–4 days once opened)2–3 monthsUntil the package use-by date

Keep the fridge at 40°F (4°C) or colder and the freezer at 0°F (−18°C). Write the date on containers when you open or cook something.

Source: USDA FoodKeeper data. Updated 2026-10-13.