How long does Citrus fruit, lemon, lime, orange, grapefruit, tangerines, clementines last in the freezer?
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USDA FoodKeeper lists Citrus fruit, lemon, lime, orange, grapefruit, tangerines, clementines as not recommended in the freezer.
Use the full storage table below to compare pantry, refrigerator, freezer, and opened-package guidance.
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Safe Storage Table
| Storage method | FoodKeeper guidance |
|---|---|
| Pantry | No FoodKeeper time listed |
| Pantry after opening | No FoodKeeper time listed |
| Refrigerator | No FoodKeeper time listed |
| Refrigerator after opening | No FoodKeeper time listed |
| Refrigerator after thawing | No FoodKeeper time listed |
| Freezer | Not Recommended |
| Package date pantry | 10 days |
| Package date refrigerator | 10-21 days |
| Package date freezer | No FoodKeeper time listed |
Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeper Data. Direct JSON feed: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/shared/data/EN/foodkeeper.json.
FAQ
How long does Citrus fruit, lemon, lime, orange, grapefruit, tangerines, clementines last?
Citrus fruit, lemon, lime, orange, grapefruit, tangerines, clementines: 10-21 days in the fridge.
Can you freeze Citrus fruit, lemon, lime, orange, grapefruit, tangerines, clementines?
USDA FoodKeeper lists Citrus fruit, lemon, lime, orange, grapefruit, tangerines, clementines as not recommended in the freezer.
What should I do if Citrus fruit, lemon, lime, orange, grapefruit, tangerines, clementines looks or smells off?
Discard it. Storage times are guidelines, and USDA FoodKeeper notes can vary by item; when in doubt, throw it out.