Agar powder, Bacteriological Grade ( GRM026 )
Intended use
Agar powder, Bacteriological Grade is manufactured from species of red seaweeds by observing good manufacturing
practice. It is a Bacteriological grade powder with high mineral/metal content and is advantageous to use in certain media.
It is recommended for use in bacteriological culture media and plant tissue culture media, where clarity and compatibility
are not of prime importance.
Quality Control
Appearance
: Cream coloured powder. homogenous free flowing powder
Solubility
: Freely soluble in hot water at temperatures above 85°C. Insoluble cold water.
Clarity
: A firm solid, clear to slightly opalescent gel is formed at a concentration of 1.5% at 38-40°C.
Dye Diffusion
: Agar dye diffusion :- 18-20mm
Reaction
: Reaction of 1.5% w/v aqueous solution at 25 °C
pH
: 6.50 – 7.50
Storage and Shelf Life
Store below 30°C. Use before expiry date on the label.
