Very long shelf life but best to eat as soon as possible after arrival. If uncooked clams remain open after tapping they are dead and should be thrown out. Mussels Keep refrigerated in net bags, covered by a moist paper or cloth towel, until ready for cooking or consumption. Rinse in water before eating or cooking, but do not immerse. If you don't eat immediately, rinse daily.
Mussels have a short shelf life.
Best to eat a couple of days after arrival. If uncooked mussels remain open after tapping they are dead and should be thrown out.