ISO 11133:2014 — Microbiology
Requirements for preparation, production, storage and performance testing of culture media for microbiology — essential for food, animal feed, and water testing laboratories.
Standard
ISO 11133:2014
Service type
By CAS
Issued under
CAS — own authority
What it is
ISO 11133:2014 specifies requirements and provides guidance on preparation, production, storage, and performance testing of culture media for microbiological examination of food, animal feed, and water. It is essential for accredited laboratories and food safety testing operations.
Who needs it
Microbiological testing laboratories, food safety laboratories, water testing laboratories, food manufacturers with in-house QC labs, and organisations supplying culture media for microbiological testing.
Benefits of certification
- Internationally recognised standard for microbiological culture media
- Required by accredited laboratories for food and water testing
- Ensures reliability and consistency of microbiological test results
- Supports food safety management and HACCP implementation
- Demonstrates laboratory competence to customers and regulators
- Aligns with ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory accreditation requirements
Frequently asked questions
Common questions
Is ISO 11133 the same as ISO 17025?
No. ISO/IEC 17025 is the general standard for laboratory competence. ISO 11133 specifically addresses culture media preparation and testing for microbiological laboratories — it is complementary to ISO 17025.
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