How long after purchase will baking soda or baking powder remain good to use?

Processors recommend that baking soda and baking powder be used within 6-12 months of purchase.  However, some studies suggest baking powder may keep up to 18 months and baking soda up to 2 years if they are covered and kept dry. Other studies suggest baking soda will keep indefinitely if stored under these conditions.
 
Source(s):
GourmetSleuth.com "Food Storage Guidelines"
GourmetSleuth.com "Food Expiration Dates FAQs"
North Dakota State University "Food Safety Basics"
Survivalcenter.com "Food Storage FAQ: Cooking Staples"
 
 
 

 
 

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