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The temperature range in which most bacteria grow is between 40 degrees F (5 degrees C) and 140 degrees F (60 degrees C). Raw and cooked foods should not be kept in this danger zone any longer than absolutely necessary.
A value of 7 is neutral. TCS food items generally have a pH of 7.5 to 4.6. Bacteria need time to grow and grow rapidly when being held between 41ËF and 135ËF, also known as the temperature danger zone. The more time bacteria spend in this zone, the more opportunity they have to grow to unsafe levels.