All Storage GuidesSTORAGE // FS-028
dairy-eggsSTATE: OPENEDUSDA VERIFIED
How Long Does Milk (Opened) Last?
Best stored in: Original container, tightly sealed
Refrigerator
5–7 days
32°F–40°F (0°C–4°C)
Store on an interior shelf, not in the door.
Best Storage Method
Return to the fridge immediately after pouring; store on an interior shelf where the temperature is most consistent.
Container: Original container, tightly sealed
Signs It's Gone Bad
- ×Sour or off smell
- ×Lumpy or curdled texture
- ×Yellowish discoloration
- ×Sour taste when sipped
Milk left out at room temperature for more than 2 hours should be discarded, even if it smells fine.
Source & Verification
USDA FoodSafety.gov Cold Food Storage Chart
Pro Tip: Stop storing milk in the fridge door — the door is the warmest spot. Move it to the back of a middle shelf and it will last days longer.