How to Reuse Expired Cornstarch: 6 Useful and Creative Ideas

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### 5. 🧽 **DIY Carpet or Upholstery Refresher**

Cornstarch can **absorb odors and moisture**, making it great for freshening up carpets, rugs, and even fabric couches.

**How to use:**
– Sprinkle liberally on the surface.
– Let sit for 30 minutes to an hour.
– Vacuum thoroughly.

It helps lift oils, smells, and even light stains.

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### 6. 🕯️ **Untangle Knots or Sticky Drawers**

Cornstarch reduces friction, which can be super helpful for **tight knots in shoelaces, necklaces, or sticky drawer tracks**.

**How to use:**
– Dust a bit of cornstarch on the knot or area.
– Gently work it free.
– For drawers, sprinkle along the runners for smoother glide.

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### ⚠️ A Quick Note on Safety:

While expired cornstarch is generally harmless, **don’t consume it if it smells off, is clumpy, or has signs of mold or insects**. For the ideas above, **expired but dry and clean cornstarch** is perfectly fine.

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### 🌟 Final Thoughts

Cornstarch might be a kitchen staple, but it’s also a **multi-use hero** in disguise. So before you toss that expired box, give one of these **eco-friendly, creative reuses** a try. It’s a smart way to cut down on waste—and discover just how useful that powdery pantry item can be!

**Who knew expired cornstarch could be such a household MVP?** 🌽✨