How long do Eggs (raw, in shell) last in the fridge?

Eggs (raw, in shell) — refrigerator: 3–5 weeks. Applies only to the matching state and safe storage conditions.

How do you know if Eggs (raw, in shell) has gone bad?

Cracked or leaking shell, pink or iridescent white; Sulphur (rotten) smell once cracked; Watery white that no longer holds shape. Normal smell and appearance do not prove safety. Never taste food to check safety; consider storage history and product instructions.

How long can Eggs (raw, in shell) sit out before it goes bad?

Eggs (raw, in shell) should not be left out more than 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F / 32°C). Refrigerate promptly.

How Long Do Eggs (Raw, In Shell) Last?

Q: Can you freeze Eggs (raw, in shell)?

Eggs (raw, in shell) — freezer: Not recommended. This is a quality guideline, not a safety deadline.

Eggs (Raw, In Shell): 3–5 weeks in the refrigerator. These are listed storage intervals; check each card for exact evidence and conditions. Freezer intervals describe quality.

3 cited USDA/FDA/FSIS sources
Editorial review · Editorial record: June 2026

3–5 weeks

Storage guideline

Interval source: Eggs / Raw eggs in shell / Refrigerator

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

Source checked: 2026-09-04

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

Source checked: 2026-09-04

Each card identifies whether its interval has an exact source or is still under review. A missing card means no interval is available for that state.
An absent after-opening entry must not be replaced with an unopened interval.

Based on USDA/FSIS guidance:

Eggs (raw, in shell): the interval is mapped to “Eggs / Raw eggs in shell / Refrigerator”. Use this guidance only for the preparation state named in that row and on this page.

At or below 4°C / 40°F; correct handling before and during refrigeration. Source

The float test shows an egg's age, not its safety: a fresh egg sinks and an older one floats as its air cell grows, but floating alone does not mean an egg is unsafe. Judge safety by the date, refrigeration, and spoilage signs (off smell, discoloration). Cook eggs until both white and yolk are firm when serving vulnerable people.

How to tell if it's gone bad

Normal appearance and smell do not prove food is safe. Disease-causing bacteria may be present without visible spoilage. Never taste food to test its safety; follow time, temperature and recall guidance. FDA — Storage Basics

Look:Cracked or leaking shell, pink or iridescent white
Smell:Sulphur (rotten) smell once cracked
Texture:Watery white that no longer holds shape

When in doubt, throw it out. If Eggs (Raw, In Shell) smells, looks, or feels off — discard it. Food poisoning is not worth the risk.

Can you freeze Eggs (Raw, In Shell)?

Freezing Eggs (Raw, In Shell) is not recommended for this storage state. Use the storage guidance above.

Do not freeze eggs in the shell. The chart advises beating yolks and whites together before freezing; that is a different preparation state. The in-shell row therefore has no numeric freezer interval.

Full freezing guide →

How to store Eggs (Raw, In Shell)

Keep Eggs (Raw, In Shell) covered in the refrigerator. Use the refrigerator duration shown above for this food state.

Storage tips

Keep eggs in their carton on a fridge shelf, not the door, where the temperature swings. The carton stops them absorbing odours and losing moisture.

Check your storage dates

Compare the elapsed time with the storage guidance. This cannot certify that food is safe.

FDA — Storage Basics / Freezer Facts

Common questions

How long can Eggs (raw, in shell) sit out before it goes bad?: Eggs (raw, in shell) should not be left out more than 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F / 32°C). Refrigerate promptly.

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