Popsugar Living Cooking Basics When Do Pantry Items Expire? 10+ Expiration Dates That Will Make You Check Your Pantry Staples ASAP February 26, 2017 by Erin Cullum First Published: February 22, 2017 View On One Page Photo 7 of 12 ADVERTISEMENT () Start Slideshow Share This Link Copy ← Use Arrow Keys → 7 Rice Uncooked white rice lasts for four to five years in the pantry, while brown rice only last six to eight months in the pantry. Previous Next Start Slideshow Cooking BasicsKitchensFood ShoppingFood NewsCooking TipsPantry