Bacteriological Agar
What is Bacteriological Agar
Bacteriological agar is a specially processed high-grade agar that contains essential minerals for bacterial growth, typically used in microbiological culture media as a gelling agent to enhance and improve microbial growth.
It is an important tool in microbiological research, assisting scientists in various experiments and studies to understand the characteristics and behavior of microorganisms.
As one high-quality agar supplier in China, our bacteriological agar is designed to meet the rigorous demands of your research while ensuring consistent and reliable results.
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Agar, Bacteriological grade
| Category | Thickeners, Stabilizers |
|---|---|
| E Number | E406 |
| CAS No. | 9000-70-8 |
| H.S. Code | 1302310000 |
| Origin | China |
| MOQ | 500 KG |
| Packaging | Cartons, Bags, Drums |
| Payment Term | T/T, L/C |
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Typical Technical Parameters
- Appearance: White powder
- Ash Content: < 5.0%
- Transparency: < 20 NTU
- Moisture Content: < 12%
- Gel Strength: 800-1200 g/cm²
- Gel Point: 35°C - 39°C
- Melting Point: 80°C - 90°C
- pH Value: 5- 7.5
- Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light
- Shelf Life: Typically 24 months when stored properly
Product Packaging
We offer bacteriological agar in a variety of packaging options to meet your laboratory requirements:
- Bulk Packaging: Typically available in 25kg boxes, paper bags (kraft or plastic woven), or fiber drums.
- Retail Packaging: Offered in sizes of 5kg, 1kg, 500g, and smaller.
- Custom Packaging: Tailored packaging solutions can be designed according to your specific needs.
Characteristics of Bacteriological Agar
- This agar is uniquely low in minerals and therefore has minimal inhibition of antibiotic diffusion, ensuring that it does not interfere with microbial growth, as inhibitors can affect the optimal growth of microorganisms.
- Compatible with all the normal ingredients of culture media.
- Additionally, it features high transparency, low ash content, low moisture content, and higher gel strength.
- How to use bacteriological agar in culture media?
Add 12 to 15 grams of agar powder per liter of medium. Combine it with broth, peptone, minerals (like sodium chloride, calcium, and magnesium), and pH adjusters.
Heat the mixture to dissolve the agar, then autoclave to sterilize.
Allow it to cool and solidify, and it's ready for inoculating microorganisms, supporting their growth and research.
Applications
Bacteriological agar has been used for:
- As a component in ATCC agar for culturing Escherichia coli.
- As an experimental feed for Atlantic salmon fry, studying protein and lysine requirements for growth and tissue deposition.
- As a component in yeast extract peptone glucose media, Luria broth (LB) media, and synthetic complete nutrient-deficient media for culturing Escherichia coli.
How to Ensure Agar Quality
To guarantee the quality of our agar, we implement a series of stringent purification processes, ensuring that all physical and chemical parameters meet specified standards. Key steps include:
- Purification: Each batch undergoes careful purification to eliminate any impurities.
- Inhibitory Substance Testing: The agar is rigorously tested to ensure it is completely free from any substances that could inhibit microbial growth.
- Biological Performance Validation: All product batches are tested using known bacterial strains to confirm their biological performance, ensuring suitability for a wide range of culture media and other bacterial applications.
Bacteriological agar is an essential tool for any laboratory involved in microbial research. Its solidifying properties, versatility, and reliable performance make it a cornerstone of microbiology. By choosing our high-quality bacteriological agar, you are equipping your laboratory with the tools necessary for accurate and consistent research results.
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