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How long does orange juice (refrigerated) last?
Updated 2026-05-13 · USDA FoodKeeper & FDA guidelines
Refrigerator
2 weeks
Unopened: until sell-by date
After opening
1 week
1 week after opening
The short answer
Orange Juice (refrigerated) lasts as long as you store it correctly — which can mean anywhere from a few days on the counter to a year in the freezer. The numbers above represent best quality per USDA and FDA guidelines, not absolute safety limits.
Why these numbers vary
Refrigerated orange juice. Storage life depends on temperature consistency, humidity, packaging, and how fresh it was when you got it. Refrigerators that swing between 38°F and 45°F shave days off these numbers; vacuum-sealing or freezing extends them.
How to tell if orange juice (refrigerated) is bad
- Fizzy or fermented
- Off smell
- Mold around cap
- Color darkening
Storage tips
- Sealed: until sell-by date
- Opened: 7 days in fridge
- Fresh-squeezed: 3 days max
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Frequently asked questions
How long does orange juice (refrigerated) last in the refrigerator?
Orange Juice (refrigerated) lasts 2 weeks in the refrigerator. Unopened: until sell-by date
How long does orange juice (refrigerated) last in the after opening?
Orange Juice (refrigerated) lasts 1 week in the after opening. 1 week after opening
How can you tell if orange juice (refrigerated) is bad?
Watch for: Fizzy or fermented; Off smell; Mold around cap.