How Long Does Unopened Turkey Soup Last?

TURKEY SOUP OR STEW, COMMERCIALLY CANNED OR PACKAGED, SOLD UNREFRIGERATED — UNOPENED

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2-5 years

 

Shelf Life Tips

  • How long does an unopened can of turkey soup last? The precise answer depends to a large extent on storage conditions - to maximize shelf life, store in a cool, dry area.
  • How long does an unopened can of turkey soup last at room temperature? Properly stored, an unopened can of turkey soup will generally stay at best quality for about 3 to 5 years, although it will usually remain safe to use after that.
  • Is unopened turkey soup safe to use after the "expiration" date on the can or package? Yes, provided it is properly stored and the can is undamaged - commercially packaged turkey soup will typically carry a "Best By," "Best if Used By," "Best Before", or "Best When Used By" date but this is not a safety date, it is the manufacturer's estimate of how long the turkey soup will remain at peak quality.
  • Storage time shown is for best quality only - after that, the turkey soup's texture, color or flavor may change, but in most cases, it will still be safe to consume if it has been stored properly, the can is undamaged, and there are no signs of spoilage (see below).
  • How can you tell if turkey soup is bad or spoiled? The best way is to smell and look at the turkey soup: if the turkey soup develops an off odor, flavor or appearance, or if mold appears, it should be discarded.
  • Discard all turkey soup from cans or packages that are leaking, rusting, bulging or severely dented.

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