ISO 11133:2014 PDF Download

ISO 11133:2014 is a standard that provides requirements and guidelines for the preparation, production, storage, and performance testing of culture media used for microbiological analysis of food, animal feed, and water. It defines terms related to quality assurance of culture media and applies to all types of culture media used in laboratories conducting microbiological testing.

The standard specifies the criteria for the preparation and production of culture media, including the selection of appropriate ingredients, preparation methods, and quality control procedures. It also addresses the storage and shelf-life of culture media to ensure their reliability and effectiveness.

In addition, ISO 11133:2014 describes the performance testing of culture media, which includes assessing their ability to support microbial growth and detect specific pathogens or indicators. The standard outlines the criteria for assessing the performance of culture media and provides methods for conducting these tests.

This standard is applicable to both commercial and non-commercial producers of culture media, as well as microbiological laboratories that prepare their own culture media. It aims to ensure the quality and consistency of culture media used in microbiological analysis, thereby enhancing the accuracy and reliability of testing results in the food, animal feed, and water industries.