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How long does ice cream last?
Ice cream keeps for about 6 months in the freezer. Counted from the date of purchase.
| Where | How long |
|---|---|
| Freezer | 6 months |
Storage times are the USDA FoodKeeper guidance for quality and safety, not a guarantee; a printed use-by date on the package comes first. Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeper (CC0), fetched 2026-10-27, category Food Purchased Frozen.
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