Salmon vs Cod: Which Lasts Longer in the Fridge?

Salmon (raw) and Cod (raw) have matching listed refrigerator maximums (1–3 days and 1–3 days). Actual storage dates and matching food states determine which to use first.

Compare the states in the names: Salmon (raw) and Cod (raw). An unopened, raw or dry product is not interchangeable with an opened, cooked or prepared one. The source notes below show which intervals have an exact reference; an editorial estimate cannot establish a confirmed winner.

To decide what to use first, open each food calculator and enter its actual purchase, cooking or opening date and known storage history. A longer published interval can have less time remaining if the food was stored earlier. Normal smell and appearance do not prove safety. Frozen times describe quality under continuous freezing, not a deadline that makes food unsafe.

Food Fridge Freezer
Salmon (raw) 1–3 days 2–3 months
Cod (raw) 1–3 days 6–8 months

Full guide: Salmon (raw) · Cod (raw)

Use-first tips

Salmon (raw)

Cook salmon to 63°C (145°F) until it flakes easily. Fresh fish should smell of the sea, not strongly fishy.

Cod (raw)

Fresh fish should smell like the ocean, not ammonia. Cook to 145°F (63°C).

Common questions

Does Salmon (raw) or Cod (raw) last longer in the fridge?
Salmon (raw) and Cod (raw) have matching listed refrigerator maximums (1–3 days and 1–3 days). Actual storage dates and matching food states determine which to use first.
Should I compare fridge or freezer times to decide what to use first?
Use the actual storage dates and matching states. Compare refrigerator intervals only for refrigerated foods; dry pantry products and freezer quality need different conditions.

Cited sources

Salmon (raw)

Fridge
1–3 days
Storage guideline
Interval source: Fin Fish / Fatty Fish / Refrigerator

US guidance; fridge ≤4°C / 40°F, freezer continuously ≤−18°C / 0°F. Freezer intervals concern quality.

Source checked:
Freezer
2–3 months
Quality guideline
Interval source: Fin Fish / Fatty Fish / Freezer

US guidance; fridge ≤4°C / 40°F, freezer continuously ≤−18°C / 0°F. Freezer intervals concern quality.

Source checked:

Cod (raw)

Fridge
1–3 days
Storage guideline
Interval source: Fin Fish / Lean Fish (cod, flounder, haddock, halibut, sole) / Refrigerator

US guidance; fridge ≤4°C / 40°F, freezer continuously ≤−18°C / 0°F. Freezer intervals concern quality.

Source checked:
Freezer
6–8 months
Quality guideline
Interval source: Fin Fish / Lean Fish (cod, flounder, haddock, halibut, sole) / Freezer

US guidance; fridge ≤4°C / 40°F, freezer continuously ≤−18°C / 0°F. Freezer intervals concern quality.

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