How Long Does Grapefruit Last?
Grapefruit keeps 2–3 weeks in the refrigerator, 10–12 months in the freezer and 5–7 days in the pantry, according to cited USDA/FDA storage references.
- 2 cited USDA/FDA/FSIS sources
- Editorial review · Verified June 2026
Fridge
2–3 weeks
Safe range
Freezer
10–12 months
Safe range
Pantry
5–7 days
Safe range
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Based on USDA/FSIS guidance:
Refrigerate perishable fruit promptly; cut fruit should not sit at room temperature more than 2 hours.
When in doubt, throw it out. Refrigerate within 2 hours of purchase or cooking.
How to tell if it's gone bad
- Look:Discolouration or mould
- Smell:Sour or off smell
- Texture:Unusual slimy or mushy texture
When in doubt, throw it out. If Grapefruit smells, looks, or feels off — discard it. Food poisoning is not worth the risk.
Can you freeze Grapefruit?
Yes.Grapefruitkeeps 10–12 monthsin the freezer when stored in airtight packaging.
How to store Grapefruit
- Keep Grapefruit protected from heat, moisture, and contamination in the pantry. Use the pantry duration shown above for this food state.
- Keep Grapefruit covered in the refrigerator. Use the refrigerator duration shown above for this food state.
- Package Grapefruit tightly for the freezer and label the stored date. Use the freezer duration shown above for this food state.
Storage tips
Store sealed on the coldest fridge shelf away from raw meat.
Is it still good?
Enter when you bought or opened it and where it's stored.
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