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How long does oats, whole grain last?

Oats, whole grain keeps for about 4 months in the pantry. Counted from when you open or store it, unless the package says otherwise.

WhereHow long
Pantry4 months
Freezer8 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 Grains, Beans & Pasta.

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