The shelf life of Jinhua ham is usually around 2-5 years, of which 2-3 years is its maturity period when it reaches its prime in terms of taste and nutrition. It is not recommended to consume Jinhua ham beyond its shelf life, especially if there is obvious deterioration on the surface of the ham, as deteriorated ham can be hazardous to your health. It should be noted that Jinhua ham is not the longer the better, two or three years of Jinhua ham taste better, nutrition is also richer.