How Long Does Mango Last?
Mango: 2–4 days in the pantry, 5–7 days in the refrigerator and 10–12 months in the freezer. 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
This editorial interval has no verified exact source yet. Follow your product label.
This editorial interval has no verified exact source yet. Follow your product label.
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.
A fermented smell means the mango is overripe and should be discarded.
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:Black spots, shrivelling
- Smell:Fermented smell
- Texture:Mushy flesh
When in doubt, throw it out. If Mango smells, looks, or feels off — discard it. Food poisoning is not worth the risk.
Can you freeze Mango?
Listed quality estimate: Mango keeps 10–12 monthsat continuously 0°F (−18°C) or below, if safe when frozen. Check the source status on the storage card; this is not a discard deadline.
Storage tips
Ripen at room temperature; refrigerate when slightly soft.
Check your storage dates
Compare the elapsed time with the storage guidance. This cannot certify that food is safe.
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