A couple of questions

How long can coconut oil be stored?

The good news is that coconut oil has a naturally long shelf life: about two years. If you don't remember exactly when you bought that last jar of coconut oil, don't worry. Most jars of coconut oil in the United States come labeled with a "Best By" date, so you know when it's time to replace your stash.Feb 13, 2018

How do you store coconut oil long term?

There's no need to refrigerate coconut oil. It'll last a long time—up to two years—in your pantry. Just keep the lid on tight. Depending on how warm it gets where you live, your oil might go from solid to liquid in the jar.

Can coconut oil be expired?

Does coconut oil expire? Yes. There are two varieties of coconut oil, refined and virgin coconut oil (unrefined). Refined coconut oil can last up to 18 months after production while virgin coconut oil can last up to five years.

How long does coconut oil last after opening?

How Long Does Coconut Oil Last? Coconut oil comes with a shelf life of one to two years and retains quality for at least a couple of extra weeks if you store it properly. Opening the jar for the first time doesn't affect the shelf life that much.

How can you tell if coconut oil is bad?

Coconut oil can spoil, and believe me when I say that you'll know when coconut oil has gone rancid. Your once-beautiful, translucent white coconut oil will turn a pale yellow, and it'll get all chunky, almost like curdled milk. Rancid coconut oil has a strange smell.

Is it safe to store coconut oil in plastic?

HDPE and LDPE containers. Using milk bottles or any other hard plastic container marked 'HDPE' (or type 2) is considered safe. You can use it to store coconut oil that you might have bought in bulk. Alternatively, LDPE or type 4 plastics are also safe for use as they will not react with the substance contained in them.

What can you do with old coconut oil?

Coconut Oil for Cooking

  1. Use it in place of butter or vegetable oil in your recipes. …
  2. Grease your pans. …
  3. Boost the nutrition and improve the consistency of smoothies. …
  4. As a coffee creamer. …
  5. Toast spread. …
  6. Use it as a sweetener. …
  7. Prevent freezer burn. …
  8. Remove caked-on food from dishes.

Should you refrigerate coconut oil after opening?

No, coconut oil doesn't need refrigerating. You can store it in the fridge if you want, but it will become really firm. And firm coconut oil means scooping some won't be as easy as it should be. If possible, store coconut oil in the pantry.