How do you know if Orange juice (opened) has gone bad?

Cloudiness beyond normal pulp, mould near the cap; Sour, yeasty, or alcoholic smell; Fizzing or separated texture. Normal smell and appearance do not prove safety. Never taste food to check safety; consider storage history and product instructions.

How long does opened Orange juice (opened) last in the fridge?

Orange juice (opened) — refrigerator (after opening): 7–10 days. Exact evidence is still under review; follow the product label.

How Long Does Orange Juice (Opened) Last?

Orange Juice (Opened): 7–10 days in the refrigerator after opening. These are listed storage intervals; check each card for exact evidence and conditions. Freezer intervals describe quality.

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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.
Unopened and after-opening entries are separate. Use only the tab that matches your product state.

A fizzy or yeasty smell means the juice has begun to ferment — discard it. Always reseal and refrigerate promptly.

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:Cloudiness beyond normal pulp, mould near the cap
Smell:Sour, yeasty, or alcoholic smell
Texture:Fizzing or separated texture

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

Storage tips

Keep opened juice tightly capped on a cold fridge shelf, not the door, and pour with a clean glass rather than drinking from the carton.

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 opened Orange juice (opened) last in the fridge?: Orange juice (opened) — refrigerator (after opening): 7–10 days. Exact evidence is still under review; follow the product label.

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