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Staples Storage Guidelines (text version)
 
Before proceeding to the table, the following items should be noted.
 
* Total time 'unopened' product can be stored at home. If recommendation is for 'opened' product, subtract this time from the total or storage 'unopened' time.
 
The text of the table follows.

Staples Baking powder, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 18 months or expiration date on can, HANDLING HINTS Keep dry and covered.
Staples Baking soda, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 2 years, HANDLING HINTS Keep dry and covered.
Staples Bouillon cubes or granules, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 2 years, HANDLING HINTS Keep dry and covered.
Staples Bread crumbs, dried, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 6 months, HANDLING HINTS Keep dry and covered.
Staples Cereals ready-to-eat (unopened), Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 6-12 months*, HANDLING HINTS Refold package liner tightly after opening.
Staples ready-to-eat (opened), Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 2-3 months, HANDLING HINTS Keep cool.
Staples cooked, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 6 months, HANDLING HINTS
Staples Chocolate, pre-melted semi-sweet, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 12 months2 years, HANDLING HINTS Keep cool.
Staples unsweetened, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 18 months, HANDLING HINTS Keep cool.
Staples Chocolate syrup unopened opened, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 2 years*, HANDLING HINTS Cover tightly. Refrigerate after opening.
Staples Cocoa mixes, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 8 months, HANDLING HINTS Cover tightly.
Staples Coffee cans (unopened), Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 2 years*, HANDLING HINTS Refrigerate after opening: Keep tightly closed.
Staples cans (opened), Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 2 weeks, HANDLING HINTS Use dry measuring spoon.
Staples instant (unopened), Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 1-2 years, HANDLING HINTS
Staples instant (opened), Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 2 weeks, HANDLING HINTS
Staples Cornmeal, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 12 months, HANDLING HINTS Keep tightly closed.
Staples Cornstarch, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 18 months, HANDLING HINTS Keep tightly closed.
Staples Flour white, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 6-8 months, HANDLING HINTS Keep in airtight container.
Staples whole wheat, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 6-8 months, HANDLING HINTS Keep refrigerated. Store in airtight container.
Staples Gelatin, all types, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 18 months, HANDLING HINTS Keep in original container.
Staples Grits, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 12 months, HANDLING HINTS Store in airtight container.
Staples Honey, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 12 months, HANDLING HINTS Cover tightly. If it crystallizes, warm jar in pan of hot water.
Staples Jellies and jams, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 12 months, HANDLING HINTS Cover tightly. Storage life is lengthened if refrigerated after opening. Surface mold can be removed and produce used.
Staples Molasses unopened, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 12 months*, HANDLING HINTS Keep tightly closed. Refrigerate to extend storage life. Remove any light surface mold and use.
Staples opened, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 6 months, HANDLING HINTS
Staples Marshmallow crème (unopened), Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 3-4 months, HANDLING HINTS Cover tightly. Refrigerate after opening to extend storage life. Serve at room temperature.
Staples Marshmallows, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 2-3 months, HANDLING HINTS Keep in airtight container.
Staples Mayonnaise (unopened), Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 2 months, HANDLING HINTS Refrigerate after opening.
Staples Milk condensed or evaporated (unopened), Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 12 months, HANDLING HINTS Invert cans every 2 months.
Staples nonfat dry, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 6 months*, HANDLING HINTS Put in airtight container.
Staples unopened, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 3 months, HANDLING HINTS
Staples opened, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) , HANDLING HINTS
Staples Pasta (spaghetti, macaroni), Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 2 years, HANDLING HINTS Once opened, store in airtight container.
Staples Pectin, liquid (opened), Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 1 month, HANDLING HINTS Re-cap and refrigerate.
Staples Rice white, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 2 years*, HANDLING HINTS Keep tightly closed.
Staples flavored or herb, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 6 months, HANDLING HINTS
Staples Salad dressings bottled (unopened), Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 10-12 months, HANDLING HINTS Refrigerate after opening.
Staples bottled (opened), Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 3 months, HANDLING HINTS Refrigerate prepared dressing.
Staples made from mix, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 2 weeks, HANDLING HINTS
Staples Salad oils unopened, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 6 months*, HANDLING HINTS Small quantities, no refrigeration required. Refrigerate after opening.
Staples opened, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 1-3 months, HANDLING HINTS
Staples Shortenings, solid unopened, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 8 months, HANDLING HINTS Refrigeration not needed.
Staples opened, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 6 months, HANDLING HINTS Refrigeration not needed.
Staples Sugar brown, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 4 months, HANDLING HINTS Put in airtight container.
Staples confectioners, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 18 months, HANDLING HINTS Put in airtight container.
Staples granulated, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 2 years +, HANDLING HINTS Cover tightly.
Staples artificial sweeteners, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 2 years +, HANDLING HINTS Cover tightly.
Staples Syrups, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 12 months, HANDLING HINTS Keep tightly closed. Refrigerate to extend storage life. Remove any light surface mold and use.
Staples Teabags, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 18 months, HANDLING HINTS Put in airtight container.
Staples instant, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 3 years, HANDLING HINTS Cover tightly.
Staples loose, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 2 years, HANDLING HINTS Put in airtight container.
Staples Vinegar unopened, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 2 years*, HANDLING HINTS Keep tightly closed. Slightly cloudy appearance doesn't affect vinegar. Distilled vinegar keeps longer than cider vinegar.
Staples opened, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 12 months, HANDLING HINTS
Staples Non-dairy coffee creamers (dry) unopened, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 9 months, HANDLING HINTS Keep lid tightly closed.
Staples opened, Storage Time at 70°F (21°C) 6 months, HANDLING HINTS
  

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