Bacteriological Malt Extract

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Cat: HP00011

Species: European (predominately French origin) barley

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Product Info

Format

white powder

Storage

Keep in original packaging when not in use, in a dry area ideally between 10 and 35°C.

Additional information

Laboratory tests demonstrate excellent growth of yeasts, as well as many bacteria with this peptone. Applications in both diagnostics and fermentation. Results may differ for other genera & species.

GMO

GMO-free

Solubility

(5% solution) = stable

Microbiological controls

Total aerobic mesophilic flora ≤ 5000 cfu/g

Sulfuric ash

≤ 3.5%

Loss on drying

≤ 6.0%

4.9

Application

Not typically used as other peptones for nitrogen content, rather the association of sugars + vitamins + nitrogen provides excellent fertility for a wide range of microorganisms.

Description

The carbohydrate level and vitamin content are exploited best in diagnostic culture media, and favor the growth, among others, of yeasts & molds like Aspergillus and Penicillium.

NCBI/Uniprot Data

For research use only, not for clinical use.