Fresh whole lobster — live: Does it expire?
YES — Refrigerate 1 day
| Storage | Unopened | Opened |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator | 1 day | — |
- It is not safe to cook and eat a whole lobster if it is dead at the time of preparation.
Sources & safety note
Sources: USDA FoodKeeper (CC0 open data). Freezer safety note: commercially frozen foods are safe indefinitely at 0°F (-18°C); posted times reflect best quality.
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