Melons: Does it expire?
YES — Opened: refrigerate 2–4 days
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| Storage | Unopened | Opened |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator | 2 weeks | 2–4 days |
| Freezer | 1 month | — |
- Until Ripe, then 7 days. Ripe is when this item is tender, fully developed and ready to eat.
- Freezing guidance applies to balled melon.
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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