Does Salt Expire? Technically No, But You Should Ideally Use It Before This Date

For the best flavor and aroma, we recommend replacingdried herbs and spicesevery year.

But how about another spice cabinet staple, salt?

Talk about a multitasker!

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So does salt expire?

Does Salt Expire?

The bottom or side of the container may include a pack date.

A kitchen cabinet or pantry is a good location, Brekke suggests.

This will help prevent caking and reduce degradation of additives in the salt.

At this point, it may have less flavor if additives like iodine have degraded, Brekke says.

This doesnt necessarily mean that you must toss it, though.