ISO 18593:2018

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ISO 18593:2018 is an international standard that details horizontal methods for surface sampling in the food chain environment. It specifies techniques using contact plates, stick swabs, sponges, and cloths to detect and enumerate culturable microorganisms, such as bacteria, yeasts, and molds. The standard aims to ensure the microbiological safety of food by providing guidance on sampling and testing surfaces that come into contact with food products or are likely sources of contamination.