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

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FoodKeeper lists garlic as keeping for 1 month in the pantry (from purchase), 3 to 14 days in the fridge (from purchase) and 1 month 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
Garlic1 month, from purchase3 to 14 days, from purchase1 month, from purchase
Garlic, chopped, commercial jars8 to 12 months, from purchaseNot listedNot listed

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

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