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Condiments: opened shelf-life guide
Condiments items tend to move quickly once opened. Use this guide to plan fridge use, compare examples, and click into the exact food page when you need a tighter answer.
Why this page exists
Condiments opened-food guide covering 47 editorially checked items, with UK and US storage windows, spoilage signs, and freezing advice.
UK examples in this group average around 69 days after opening.
US examples in this group average around 70 days after opening.
Cold storage, clean utensils, and re-sealing matter more than vague memory-based fridge guesses.
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Review status
Generated from editorially checked item pages
How this page was built
Built from UK FSA guidance, US FDA/USDA guidance, pack wording patterns, and manufacturer expectations where labels are stricter.
Built to help compare Condiments before jumping into exact item pages.
Closest tracked examples on this page: Green Pesto (Jar), Mayonnaise, Tomato Ketchup.
Related exact food pages
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Green Pesto (Jar)
Green pesto keeps for around 14 days after opening in both UK and US mode when kept refrigerated and handled cleanly.
UK 14d | US 14d
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Mayonnaise
Commercial mayonnaise keeps much longer than chilled dips, but pack guidance varies. TossOrKeep uses a conservative 60-day refrigerated window after opening.
UK 60d | US 60d
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Tomato Ketchup
Tomato ketchup is tracked at 180 days after opening when refrigerated. Unopened bottles belong in a cool, dark cupboard until the printed date.
UK 180d | US 180d
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Soy Sauce
Soy Sauce has a reviewed planning window of 30 days in UK mode and 30 days in US mode after opening or preparation.
UK 30d | US 30d
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Mustard
Mustard has a reviewed planning window of 365 days in UK mode and 365 days in US mode after opening or preparation.
UK 365d | US 365d
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Balsamic Vinegar
Balsamic Vinegar keeps for about 540 days in UK mode and 540 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for balsamic vinegar. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 540d | US 540d
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Barbecue Sauce
Barbecue Sauce has a reviewed planning window of 120 days in UK mode and 120 days in US mode after opening or preparation.
UK 120d | US 120d
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Oyster Sauce
Oyster Sauce keeps for about 90 days in UK mode and 90 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for oyster sauce. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 90d | US 90d
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Hoisin Sauce
Hoisin Sauce keeps for about 90 days in UK mode and 90 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for hoisin sauce. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 90d | US 90d
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Tahini
Tahini keeps for about 21 days in UK mode and 21 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for tahini. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 21d | US 21d
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Pickles
Pickles has a reviewed planning window of 30 days in UK mode and 30 days in US mode after opening or preparation.
UK 30d | US 30d
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Commercial Salad Dressing
Commercial Salad Dressing has a reviewed planning window of 30 days in UK mode and 30 days in US mode after opening or preparation.
UK 30d | US 30d
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Barbecue Sauce (bottled)
Barbecue Sauce (bottled) keeps for about 120 days in UK mode and 120 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for barbecue sauce. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 120d | US 120d
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Chutney
Chutney keeps for about 30 days in UK mode and 30 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for chutney. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 30d | US 30d
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Dry Gravy Mixes
Dry Gravy Mixes keeps for about 1 day in UK mode and 1 day in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for dry gravy mixes. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 1d | US 1d
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Gravy (jars and cans)
Gravy (jars and cans) keeps for about 1 day in UK mode and 1 day in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for gravy. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 1d | US 1d
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Horseradish (in jar)
Horseradish (in jar) keeps for about 90 days in UK mode and 90 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for horseradish. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 90d | US 90d
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Jams, Jellies, And Preserves
Jams, Jellies, And Preserves keeps for about 180 days in UK mode and 180 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for jams, jellies, and preserves. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 180d | US 180d
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Ketchup, Cocktail, or Chili Sauce
Ketchup, Cocktail, or Chili Sauce keeps for about 180 days in UK mode and 180 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for ketchup, cocktail, or chili sauce. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 180d | US 180d
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Marinades
Marinades keeps for about 180 days in UK mode and 180 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for marinades. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 180d | US 180d
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Mayonnaise (commercial)
Mayonnaise (commercial) keeps for about 60 days in UK mode and 60 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for mayonnaise. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 60d | US 60d
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Olives (black and green)
Olives (black and green) keeps for about 14 days in UK mode and 14 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for olives. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 14d | US 14d
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Pesto (jarred)
Pesto (jarred) keeps for about 3 days in UK mode and 3 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for pesto. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 3d | US 3d
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Salad Dressings (commercial, bottled)
Salad Dressings (commercial, bottled) keeps for about 30 days in UK mode and 30 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for salad dressings. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 30d | US 30d
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Salsa (picante and taco sauces)
Salsa (picante and taco sauces) keeps for about 30 days in UK mode and 30 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for salsa. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 30d | US 30d
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Spaghetti Sauce (in jars)
Spaghetti Sauce (in jars) keeps for about 4 days in UK mode and 4 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for spaghetti sauce. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 4d | US 4d
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Soy Sauce or Teriyaki Sauce
Soy Sauce or Teriyaki Sauce keeps for about 30 days in UK mode and 30 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for soy sauce or teriyaki sauce. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 30d | US 30d
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Black Bean Sauce
Black Bean Sauce keeps for about 90 days in UK mode and 90 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for black bean sauce. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 90d | US 90d
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Broth (homemade)
Broth (homemade) keeps for about 2 days in UK mode and 3 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for broth. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 2d | US 3d
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Beef Broth/stock/consommé (commercially produced)
Beef Broth/stock/consommé (commercially produced) keeps for about 2 days in UK mode and 3 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for beef broth/stock/consommé. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 2d | US 3d
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Chicken Broth/stock/consommé (commercially produced)
Chicken Broth/stock/consommé (commercially produced) keeps for about 2 days in UK mode and 3 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for chicken broth/stock/consommé. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 2d | US 3d
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Vegetable Stock/broth (commercially produced)
Vegetable Stock/broth (commercially produced) keeps for about 2 days in UK mode and 3 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for vegetable stock/broth. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 2d | US 3d
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Relish
Relish keeps for about 270 days in UK mode and 270 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for relish. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 270d | US 270d
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Duck Fat
Duck Fat keeps for about 30 days in UK mode and 30 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for duck fat. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 30d | US 30d
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Bacon Grease
Bacon Grease keeps for about 180 days in UK mode and 180 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for bacon grease. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 180d | US 180d
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Frying Oil (re-used)
Frying Oil (re-used) keeps for about 30 days in UK mode and 30 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for frying oil. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 30d | US 30d
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Thai Red Curry Paste
Thai Red Curry Paste keeps for about 5 days in UK mode and 5 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for thai red curry paste. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 5d | US 5d
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Cranberry Sauce (canned)
Cranberry Sauce (canned) keeps for about 7 days in UK mode and 7 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for cranberry sauce. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 7d | US 7d
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Cranberry Sauce (homemade)
Cranberry Sauce (homemade) keeps for about 7 days in UK mode and 7 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for cranberry sauce. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 7d | US 7d
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Tomato Sauce (spaghetti, pizza)
Tomato Sauce (spaghetti, pizza) keeps for about 3 days in UK mode and 3 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for tomato sauce. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 3d | US 3d
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Salad Dressing (creamy)
Salad Dressing (creamy) keeps for about 21 days in UK mode and 21 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for salad dressing. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 21d | US 21d
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Salad Dressing (vinaigrette, homemade)
Salad Dressing (vinaigrette, homemade) keeps for about 14 days in UK mode and 14 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for salad dressing. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 14d | US 14d
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Salad Dressing (vinaigrette)
Salad Dressing (vinaigrette) keeps for about 28 days in UK mode and 28 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for salad dressing. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 28d | US 28d
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Salad Dressing (dry, packaged)
Salad Dressing (dry, packaged) keeps for about 28 days in UK mode and 28 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for salad dressing. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 28d | US 28d
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Aioli (homemade)
Aioli (homemade) keeps for about 3 days in UK mode and 3 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for aioli. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 3d | US 3d
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Salad Dressing (homemade)
Salad Dressing (homemade) keeps for about 14 days in UK mode and 14 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for salad dressing. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 14d | US 14d
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Anchovies (canned)
Anchovies (canned) keeps for about 3 days in UK mode and 3 days in US mode once opened or chilled, based on the USDA FoodKeeper record for anchovies. Check the spoilage signs before eating.
UK 3d | US 3d
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FAQ
How should I use this Condiments guide?
Start with the broad planning advice here, then click into a specific food page for an exact after-opening window.
Are all condiments foods the same after opening?
No. For example, Green Pesto (Jar) has its own storage window and spoilage signs, so always check the exact item page when possible.
What matters most after opening?
Keep the item cold, use clean utensils, reseal it fast, and watch real spoilage signs before eating.