scope:

This document specifies requirements for biobanking of bacteria and archaea including acquisition, microbial culture, identification, quality control, preservation, storage, and distribution. It includes management of microbial material associated data as well as biosafety and biosecurity requirements. This document is applicable to all organizations performing biobanking of bacteria and archaea used for research and development. This document does not apply to processing methods for microbial materials intended for food/feed production, laboratories undertaking food/feed analysis, or therapeutic use. NOTE - International, national and/or regional regulations or requirements can also apply to specific topics covered in this document.