How to store Eggs
In the fridge: 21 days
In the freezer: 365 days
Keep eggs in their original carton on a middle shelf of the fridge — never in the door. The door is the warmest spot and the temperature changes every time someone opens it, which shortens an egg's useful life. The carton blocks odor absorption from neighboring foods. Don't wash eggs before storing; the bloom (a natural protective coating) keeps bacteria out, and washing strips it. Point the pointed end down so the air cell stays at the top, preserving freshness longer. Cracked eggs go straight into a sealed container.
How to store it
- Keep in the original carton, pointed end down
- Place on a middle shelf, never the door
- Don't wash before storing — preserves the natural coating
- Refrigerate cracked eggs immediately in a sealed container
Signs it has gone bad
- Floats in cool water
- Sulfuric or off smell when cracked
- Discolored, watery, or pink-tinted white
- Visible mold on the shell
Signs it has gone bad
How long do eggs last in the fridge?
Fresh eggs in their original carton typically last 3–5 weeks past the purchase date when stored at or below 4°C.
How do I tell if an egg has gone bad?
Drop it in a bowl of cool water. Fresh eggs sink and lay flat; older eggs tilt up; floaters should be thrown away.
Should I refrigerate eggs?
In most countries, yes — eggs that have been refrigerated should stay that way to prevent condensation that can let bacteria through the shell.