Jicama Per USDA FoodKeeper
On the counterCounter
4 months
cool, dry place
In the fridgeFridge
2–3 weeks
at or below 40°F (4°C)
In the freezerFreezer
Not listed
no FoodKeeper figure
Quick answer
Yes. Jicama lasts 4 months in the pantry. After that, or sooner if stored badly, it spoils: watch for the signs below.
How to tell if jicama is bad
Smell
Fermented, sour or musty odour.
Texture
Soft, mushy or leaking spots, or wrinkled skin with soft flesh.
Colour
Dark bruising that spreads, or browning inside.
Mould
White, grey or green fuzz — discard soft produce; cut firm produce generously.
Jicama past the expiration date
Best-by and sell-by
FoodKeeper gives unopened jicama 4 months in the pantry or 2–3 weeks in the fridge, counted from the day you buy it. "Best-by" and "sell-by" describe quality and stock rotation, not safety; only infant formula carries a federally required use-by date.
Past the date
Jicama past its best-by date is usually safe if stored well; check smell, look and taste before using.
How to keep jicama fresh longer
- 1-2 weeks if inappropriately handled.
- Free from moisture; chilling injury causes decay, discoloration or loss of texture may occur.
- Store unwashed; wash just before eating.
More about jicama
FAQ
How long does it take for jicama to go bad?
4 months in the pantry, per USDA FoodKeeper.
Can jicama expire?
FoodKeeper gives unopened jicama 4 months in the pantry or 2–3 weeks in the fridge, counted from the day you buy it. "Best-by" and "sell-by" describe quality and stock rotation, not safety; only infant formula carries a federally required use-by date.
What happens if you eat bad jicama?
Usually an unpleasant taste rather than illness, but discard anything mouldy, rancid or smelling off.
How do you keep jicama from going bad?
1-2 weeks if inappropriately handled.
Numbers on this page come from USDA FoodKeeper and FSIS guidance. Last verified November 2026. How we verify our data · Report a wrong number