[an error occurred while processing this directive]BACTERIOLOGICAL AGAR
A high clarity agar with good gelling properties and a low concentration of metal ions. This agar is suitable for all bacteriological purposes including sensitivity testing and ready pour plates. A firm gel is achieved at working concentrations of 1.0 to 1.5%. No significant precipitation is experienced upon reheating or prolonged holding at 65ºC.
Code: CB1/1002
Typical Analysis
Gel strength (Nikan) 700-1100g/m2
Colourimetry (1.5% soln at 65ºC)> 0.28 at 340nm > 0.02 at 525nm
Melting point > 85ºC
Setting point 32-35ºC
PH 6.5-7.3
Moisture < 10%
Total ash < 3%
Calcium < 0.02%
Magnesium < 0.02%
Sodium chloride < 1.0%
Iron < 0.01%
Insoluble ash < 0.1%
Sulphate 1.5%
Microbiology
Salmonella Absent
TVC < 103/g
Spores < 2/g