Spices and herbs are today often sold prepackaged in a way that is convenient for pantry storage. The packaging has a dual purpose of both storing and dispensing the spices or herbs. They are sold in small glass or plastic containers, or resealable plastic packaging. When spices or herbs are homegrown or bought in bulk, they can be stored at home in glass or plastic containers. They can be stored for extended periods, in some cases for years. However, after 6 months to a year, spices and herbs will gradually lose their flavour as oils they contain will slowly evaporate during storage. Spices and herbs can be preserved in vinegar for short periods of up to a month, creating a flavoured vinegar.

Alternative methods for preserving herbs include freezing in water or unsalted butter. Herbs can be chopped and added to water in an ice cube tray. After freezing, the ice cubes are emptied into a plastic freezer bag for storing in the freezer. Herbs also can be stirred into a bowl with unsalted butter, then spread on wax paper and rolled into a cylinder shape. The wax paper roll containing the butter and herbs is then stored in a freezer, and can be cut off in the desired amount for cooking. Using either of these techniques, the herbs should be used within a year.

Uni-pak Packaging Co., Ltd could manufacture storing plastic bags with zipper which could be reclosable. They are convient to both storing and dispensing the spices or herbs. You can also choose to use vacuum bag to keep flavour.