Canned Goods Shelf Life

Commercially canned food in an undamaged can is safe for years: about 2–5 years at best quality for low-acid foods such as beans, meat and fish, and 12–18 months for high-acid foods such as tomatoes and fruit. Once opened, it is a fresh food with a 3–7 day fridge life. Never use a can that is bulging, leaking or spurts when opened.

18 foods · times shown are for the most common state of each food; tap a food for every state, storage tips and spoilage signs.