# Solder Paste Shelf Life

**URL:** <https://forum.digikey.com/t/solder-paste-shelf-life/144>\
**Category:** Soldering, Desoldering, Rework Products\
**Tags:** soldering-desoldering-rework-products, equipment-tools-supplies, faqs\
**Created:** [March 30, 2017, 6:47pm UTC](https://forum.digikey.com/t/solder-paste-shelf-life/144 "2017-03-30T18:47:04Z")\
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**Post date:** [March 30, 2017, 6:47pm UTC](https://forum.digikey.com/t/solder-paste-shelf-life/144/1 "2017-03-30T18:47:04Z")

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What is the Shelf life for the solder paste that Digi-Key carries?

Kester Solder paste shelf life 3-6 months. Should be keep refrigerated

Chip Quick Solder Paste shelf Life - Leaded solder - 1 year when refrigerated and 6 months Not Refrigerated  
Lead Free Solder - 6 Months Refrigerated and 2 months Not Refrigerated

Loctite Solder Paste Shelf Life - Lead Free 6 months (Date of Manufacturer) (Refrigerated)  
Leaded - 12 Months (Date of Manufacture) (Refrigerated)