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How long can perishable food sit out before it should be refrigerated?

Within 2 hours.

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  3. Within 6 hours

Why: Always refrigerate perishable food within 2 hours, or 1 hour when the temperature is above 90 F.

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Answer: Within 2 hours. Always refrigerate perishable food within 2 hours, or 1 hour when the temperature is above 90 F.

  1. Food safety en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Food_safety
    Always refrigerate perishable food within 2 hours
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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