Caso-NPS are used for total colony count in water, foodstuffs and pharmaceutical non-sterile products. The formulation is acc. to DIN EN ISO 9308-1 and complies with the requirements of harm EP/USP/JP (2006). It is a universal medium without any inhibitors and additives for the growth of fastidious microorganisms. It can be used to individually add antibiotics or other supplements. The medium is manufactured and quality tested in compliance with ISO 11133:2014 standard.