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Is uncooked rice a TCS food?

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The question is asking whether uncooked rice is a time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food. TCS foods are those that require specific time and temperature controls to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria, and the answer will help understand food safety classifications.

Answer

Uncooked rice is not a TCS food.

The final answer is that uncooked rice is not a TCS food.

Answer for screen readers

The final answer is that uncooked rice is not a TCS food.

More Information

Uncooked rice, along with other dried grains and beans, can be stored safely at room temperature. They become susceptible to bacterial growth and thus classified as TCS foods once they are cooked.

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