Liquid Laundry detergent can freeze at temperatures below 12 degrees Fahrenheit (-11). Once frozen, it may solidify and become unstable rendering it less effective. The ideal storage temperature for liquid laundry detergent is 50 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit (10-25)
Can laundry detergent go rancid?
Unlike food, most laundry detergents can be used past their expiry date. Expired laundry detergents become less effective and lose their clean scent. The only exception is clumpy, clabbered liquids.
How long can you store liquid laundry detergent?
If the product doesn’t have a best used by date, use this rule of thumb: Unopened liquid laundry detergent: The product is at its best for nine months to one year after purchase date. Opened liquid laundry detergent: Use the product within six months for best results.
Does laundry detergent go bad in heat?
It will lose some effectiveness and do not clean your clothes properly. Temperature is often affected by extreme temperatures such as extreme changes in temperature to allow laundry detergents to freeze.
Can you keep laundry detergent in the garage?
It is highly recommended that you don’t store liquid cleaners in your garage during the summer or winter when they will more likely be exposed to extreme temperatures; this includes household cleaners such as Windex.
Does laundry detergent go bad in cold?
No, you can’t. Laundry detergent contains some amount of water. As the water starts to freeze, it expands. The water’s expansion will expand the container as well.
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