How long does Shrimp (raw) last in the fridge?

Shrimp (raw) — refrigerator: 3–5 days. Applies only to the matching state and safe storage conditions.

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

Black spots, faded or grey shells; Ammonia or strong fishy smell; Slimy or mushy texture. Normal smell and appearance do not prove safety. Never taste food to check safety; consider storage history and product instructions.

How long can Shrimp (raw) sit out before it goes bad?

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

How Long Does Shrimp (Raw) Last?

Q: Can you freeze Shrimp (raw)?

Shrimp (raw) — freezer: 6–18 months. This is a quality guideline, not a safety deadline.

Shrimp (Raw): 3–5 days in the refrigerator and 6–18 months in the freezer. 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 days

Storage guideline

Interval source: Shellfish / Shrimp, Crayfish / Refrigerator

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

Source checked: 2026-09-04

6–18 months

Quality guideline

Interval source: Shellfish / Shrimp, Crayfish / Freezer

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:

Shrimp (raw): the interval is mapped to “Shellfish / Shrimp, Crayfish / 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

Cook shrimp until opaque and firm, with the flesh curled into a loose C. An ammonia smell means it has spoiled — discard it.

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, faded or grey shells
Smell:Ammonia or strong fishy smell
Texture:Slimy or mushy texture

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

Can you freeze Shrimp (Raw)?

Listed quality estimate: Shrimp (Raw) keeps 6–18 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.

Full freezing guide →

How to store Shrimp (Raw)

Keep Shrimp (Raw) covered in the refrigerator. Use the refrigerator duration shown above for this food state.
Package Shrimp (Raw) tightly for the freezer and label the stored date. Use the freezer duration shown above for this food state.
Keep raw Shrimp (Raw) sealed below ready-to-eat foods so leaks cannot drip onto them.

Storage tips

Store raw shrimp over ice in the fridge and use within a day or two. Frozen shrimp is best thawed in the fridge or under cold running water, never at room temperature.

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 Shrimp (raw) sit out before it goes bad?: Shrimp (raw) should not be left out more than 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F / 32°C). Refrigerate promptly.

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