How long does Garlic (raw) last at room temperature?

Garlic (raw) — pantry: 3–6 months. Exact evidence is still under review; follow the product label.

How do you know if Garlic (raw) has gone bad?

Brown spots, green sprouts, mould; Sour or vinegary smell; Soft, hollow, or shrivelled cloves. Normal smell and appearance do not prove safety. Never taste food to check safety; consider storage history and product instructions.

How long does cooked Garlic (raw) last in the fridge?

Garlic (raw) — refrigerator (after cooking): 7–10 days. Exact evidence is still under review; follow the product label.

How Long Does Garlic (Raw) Last?

Garlic (Raw): 3–6 months in the pantry. These are listed storage intervals; check each card for exact evidence and conditions. Freezer intervals describe quality.

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

3–6 months

Evidence under review

This editorial interval has no verified exact source yet. Follow your product label.

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.

Store homemade garlic-in-oil in the fridge and use within a few days, as room-temperature garlic oil can foster Clostridium botulinum.

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:Brown spots, green sprouts, mould
Smell:Sour or vinegary smell
Texture:Soft, hollow, or shrivelled cloves

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

Storage tips

Keep whole bulbs in a cool, dark, ventilated spot — never sealed in plastic, which traps moisture and causes mould. Refrigerate only peeled cloves.

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 does cooked Garlic (raw) last in the fridge?: Garlic (raw) — refrigerator (after cooking): 7–10 days. Exact evidence is still under review; follow the product label.

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