Per USDA FoodKeeper
On the counterCounter
2 hours
1 hour if above 90°F
In the fridgeFridge
3 days
at or below 40°F (4°C)
In the freezerFreezer
Not recommended
texture or safety suffers
On the counterCounter
Not recommended
keep it cold
In the fridgeFridge
7 days
at or below 40°F (4°C)
In the freezerFreezer
Not recommended
texture or safety suffers
Quick answer
Yes. Liquid egg substitute lasts 3 days in the fridge. After that, or sooner if stored badly, it spoils: watch for the signs below.
How to tell if liquid egg substitute is bad
Smell
A sulphur smell when cracked — unmistakable, discard.
Shell
Slimy, powdery or cracked shells.
Inside
Pink, green or iridescent whites or yolks.
Float test
Shows age only. A floating egg is old; check the smell before deciding.
Liquid egg substitute past the expiration date
Unopened
FoodKeeper gives unopened liquid egg substitute 7 days in the fridge, counted from the day you buy it. "Best-by" and "sell-by" describe quality and stock rotation, not safety; only infant formula carries a federally required use-by date.
Opened
Once opened, the printed date no longer applies. Count 3 days in the fridge from the day you open it.
How to keep liquid egg substitute fresh longer
- Keep eggs in their carton on an inside shelf, not the door.
- Store at 40°F (4°C) or below; do not wash them before storing.
- Refrigerate hard-boiled eggs within 2 hours of cooking.
More about liquid egg substitute
FAQ
How long does it take for liquid egg substitute to go bad?
3 days in the fridge, per USDA FoodKeeper. At room temperature, 2 hours.
Can liquid egg substitute expire?
FoodKeeper gives unopened liquid egg substitute 7 days in the fridge, counted from the day you buy it. "Best-by" and "sell-by" describe quality and stock rotation, not safety; only infant formula carries a federally required use-by date.
What happens if you eat bad liquid egg substitute?
Spoiled perishable food can cause food poisoning: nausea, vomiting, cramps or diarrhoea. See a doctor if symptoms are severe or last more than a few days.
How do you keep liquid egg substitute from going bad?
Keep eggs in their carton on an inside shelf, not the door.
Numbers on this page come from USDA FoodKeeper and FSIS guidance. Last verified November 2026. How we verify our data · Report a wrong number