Refrigerate eggs at 40°F or less. Store them in their original carton on an inside shelf. The carton keeps the eggs from picking up odors or flavors from other foods and helps prevent moisture loss. Reference this handy chart for more egg storage tips.
| Eggs | Refrigerator (35°F to 40°F) |
| Raw whole eggs (in shell) | 4 to 5 weeks beyond the pack date or about 3 weeks after purchase |
| Raw whole eggs (slightly beaten) | Up to 2 days |
| Raw egg whites | Up to 4 days |
| Raw egg yolks | Up to 2 days |
| Hard-cooked eggs (in shell) | Up to 1 week |
| Hard-cooked eggs (peeled) | Use the same day for best quality |