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Pantry Staples
How long does canned soup last?
Sealed cans of soup.
Quick answer
Pantry (room temp)
3 years
3+ years past 'best by'
After opening
4 days
3-4 days refrigerated
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Signs canned soup has gone bad
- •Bulging or rusted can (BOTULISM RISK — TOSS)
- •Hissing on opening
- •Off smell
Storage tips
- ✓Bulging can = absolute discard; never taste
- ✓Cool dry pantry, cans last years past 'best by'
- ✓Transfer leftover to glass once opened
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Sources & review
Compiled by the BestByDates editorial team. Last reviewed: January 2025. Spotted an error? Let us know.
Disclaimer: Times shown are USDA/FDA-recommended best quality periods, not absolute safety guarantees. Storage conditions, packaging, and food handling all affect actual shelf life. When in doubt, throw it out.