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How long does tea, loose last?
Tea, loose keeps for about 2 years in the pantry. Counted from the date of purchase.
| Where | How long |
|---|---|
| Pantry | 2 years |
| Pantry, after opening | 6 to 12 months |
Matcha tea is the only tea that can be frozen after opening.
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 Beverages.
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