Once opened, Coconut milk (canned) keeps about 4 days in the fridge. Unopened, it keeps about 2–5 years.
| Situation | Keeps for |
|---|---|
| Unopened · pantry | 2–5 years |
| Opened · fridge | 4 days |
| Freezer | 3 months |
About 4 days refrigerated at 40°F (4°C) or below, according to USDA FoodKeeper v128. Refrigerate it once it's open.
Yes — keep Coconut milk (canned) at 40°F (4°C) or below once it's open. Cool, dry pantry unopened; refrigerate at 40°F (4°C) or below after opening.
Look for: A rancid, paint-like, or musty smell; Bulging, leaking, deeply dented, or rusted cans; Insects or webbing in dry goods; Mould or discoloration. Never taste something to test it — when in doubt, throw it out.
Yes — USDA FoodKeeper v128 gives about 3 months in the freezer at 0°F (−18°C). Frozen food stays safe indefinitely; that window is about quality, not safety.