What is the shelf life for this carrot oil before it is no longer usable/rancid? Also, should it be stored in the refrigerator?
289022
I have been ordering this carrot oil for the last 2 years and LOVE it. I keep it I my cool (60 degree) basement and not inthe fridge. I've used all mine with in a year and it's never gone rancid. I not sure how much longer it would last. That said, I make products with it until it's a year old, and the products will last another year.
1041193
"Best if used 3 months after opening." No date. Refrigerate after opening. Like any other oil, self life varies, but refrigeration prolongs & you'll smell when it's losing is freshness.
2205244
I am presently storing mine in the pantry. However, the oil separates out and all oils can potentially become rancid, so I'm going to move mine into the refrigerator, as I still have a lot left after making hummus a few times. I had to take mine out of the can and put it in a jar, because I was sent a severely dented can, and it was too much trouble to send it back.
802081
I just opened a jar I purchased over 2 years ago (each 54 fl oz jar lasts a long time), and it still tastes (and looks) just as fresh as the first jar I bought and opened (I'm on my 3rd jar). I also have a fourth 54 fl oz jar I keep at work. It's been open for a year and is still good. From what I've read about coconut oil, it does not go rancid.
1508806
I just keep it in my kitchen cupboard! It really lives for long time may be until the printed expiration date! just try to use a dry clean spoon everytime u take from the jar & it won't be spoiled!
2054689
The simple rule on any oil or grease product, if it has an unusual odor don't use it. Store in a cool dry place and it lasts a very long time, better yet if the refrigerator.
579895
I do not know the shelf life but after opening I have just kept it on cabinet the shelf, that is, I did not refrigerate it.
1486368
Been taking it for years and I never refrigerate it. Always kept em in a pantry... Never turned rancid :)
1852041
I keep mine in the freezer; any nuts and seeds with high oil content can go rancid. I've read they can be kept in a dark pantry for 3 months, refrigerated 6 months, freezer 12 months.
990960
Don't know the shelf life. You might want to ask the manufacturer. I kept it refrigerated after I opened it.
287101
I really don't know. I guess it all depends on how you store it and what you use it for. Her is what I do, the oil I cook with I keep in the frig. the oil and use on my skin at room temp. I try to keep in a cool place. What I use to make lotion with I keep in my basement where I mix it up, that oil has been in my basement for some time. It does get a rancid smell like veggie oil, after awhile. Hope this helps.
1704964
I've had mine for a few months and have not refrigerated it. But, I guess it depends on how hot it will get in your house. Any cream/lotion/oil will turn rancid after awhile, but, you probably won't have it that long...lol. I used mine everyday, during the cooler months. Now that it is getting more humid here (AR) I have not used it much. It is still fine, though. I would say if you are worried about it turning rancid on you, then put it in the fridge. Make sure your face and hands are clean before you use the cream so that transfer of your skin oils don't contaminate the jar, as you would for any jar of cream, and you should be fine. Sure hope this helps. I am not an expert, just trying to help. I've had mine for a few months and have not refrigerated it. But, I guess it depends on how hot it will get in your house. Any cream/lotion/oil will turn rancid after awhile, but, you probably won't have it that long...lol. I used mine everyday, during the cooler months. Now that it is getting more humid here (AR) I have not used it much. It is still fine, though. I would say if you are worried about it turning rancid on you, then put it in the fridge. Make sure your face and hands are clean before you use the cream so that transfer of your skin oils don't contaminate the jar, as you would... » Read More I've had mine for a few months and have not refrigerated it. But, I guess it depends on how hot it will get in your house. Any cream/lotion/oil will turn rancid after awhile, but, you probably won't have it that long...lol. I used mine everyday, during the cooler months. Now that it is getting more humid here (AR) I have not used it much. It is still fine, though. I would say if you are worried about it turning rancid on you, then put it in the fridge. Make sure your face and hands are clean before you use the cream so that transfer of your skin oils don't contaminate the jar, as you would for any jar of cream, and you should be fine. Sure hope this helps. I am not an expert, just trying to help. « Show Less
139216
I guess the best is to buy it refrigerated, but it's fine to purchase it online because its only some hours that the bottle will be exposed to high temperatures and no harm will be made to the oil. When you receive it at home keep it refrigerated.
1759084
HI! I premix this with Grape seed and e oils so I am not aware of a shelf life...I will say after about three months the oils can become cloudy but again mine are mixed! The smell is much less potent with the Pure VS. the cooking oil.Hope this helps! I use it in EVERYTHING! and LOVE THIS PRODUCT!
1445195
I would imagine it's just marked like a food item meaning it's still good after that date, but just best used by the date marked. Being an oil like product (but maybe some preservatives in it), if it's too far past the 'best by date', it could go rancid. You would smell it if it was bad.
1759083
Apparently, avocado oil has a relatively "short" shelf life. I've had mine unopened for a year, and there was black stuff floating in it! O_O So..... I thought it would be okay since my bottle was unopened and there's no expiration date. I'd say to try to have it used up in 6 months or less. If that's too much, buy a smaller quantity. It is possible I bought a "lemon".
1768197
It can pass the expiration date and go rancid. I purchased 2 years ago and mine has NOT done that yet. Keep it in refrigerator to extend life of product indefinitely. Hope that helps...