How long does butter last in the fridge, freezer and pantry

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FoodKeeper lists butter as keeping for 1 to 2 months in the fridge (from purchase) and 6 to 9 months in the freezer (from purchase). These are estimates for food stored as described. We have not yet confirmed whether USDA has published newer FoodKeeper data since this release.

FoodPantryFridgeFreezer
ButterNot listed1 to 2 months, from purchase6 to 9 months, from purchase

Source: USDA FoodKeeper, data release 2018-09-06, foodkeeper.json

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