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EVS-EN ISO 6887-4:2017

Microbiology of the food chain - Preparation of test samples, initial suspension and decimal dilutions for microbiological examination - Part 4: Specific rules for the preparation of miscellaneous products (ISO 6887-4:2017)

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Valid from 18.04.2017
Base Documents
ISO 6887-4:2017; EN ISO 6887-4:2017
Directives or regulations
None

Standard history

Status
Date
Type
Name
18.04.2017
Main
06.11.2012
Main + corrigendum
02.11.2011
Amendment
21.01.2004
Main
This document specifies rules for the preparation of samples and dilutions for the microbiological examination of specific food products not covered in other parts of ISO 6887, which deal with more general categories. This document covers a wide range of miscellaneous products, but does not include new products brought on to the market after publication.
ISO 6887-1 defines the general rules for the preparation of the initial suspension and dilutions for microbiological examination.
This document excludes preparation of samples for both enumeration and detection test methods when
preparation details are specified in the relevant International Standards.
This document is applicable to the following products:
— acidic (low pH) products;
— hard and dry products;
— dehydrated, freeze-dried and other low aw products (including those with inhibitory properties);
— flours, whole cereal grains, cereal by-products;
— animal feed, cattle cake, kibbles and pet chews;
— gelatine (powdered and leaf);
— margarines, spreads and non-dairy products with added water;
— eggs and egg products;
— bakery goods, pastries and cakes;
— fresh fruit and vegetables;
— fermented products and other products containing viable microorganisms;
— alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages;
— alternative protein products.

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