This standard specifies reference methods for the qualitative and quantitative detection of micro-organisms in cosmetic products. Since the presence of some micro-organisms in cosmetic preparations constitutes a significant health hazard to the consumer, it is important that effective standard methods for the microbial analysis of cosmetics be used.  These methods are not considered final but are thought to be the most reliable at present.

• Year of Declaration: 1997
• Reference:
• Number of Pages: 42
• Code: GYS 11-4
• Version:
• ICS Number: 71.100.70