What is the shelf life of latex?

The shelf life of Natural Latex is anywhere from 6 months to a year. It has optimum qualities till about 6 months and then slowly loses some of its mold making characteristics. It takes about a year for it to lose almost all of its properties. If it separates into 2 layers, gentle stirring with a stick will bring it back. If it looks like cottage cheese, it should not be used.

Disclaimer

This FAQ article is offered as a guideline and offers possible solutions to problems encountered during mold making and casting. No warranty is implied and it is up to the end user to determine suitability for any specific application. Always refer to the provided Technical Bulletins (TB) & Safety Data Sheets (SDS) before using any material. A small scale test is suggested to determine suitability of any recommendation before trying on a larger scale for any application.