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A0940 Agar, Drosophila

Specifications
Grade
Molecular Biology Grade
EU Commodity Code
38210000
Shipping Temp
RT
Storage Temp
RT

Gelidium based Drosophila agar is an inexpensive growth medium especially suited to the growth and nutrient requirements of Drosophila without the expense of bacteriological grades. This is a food grade agar which offers excellent clarity.

CAS No
9002-18-0
Source
Gelidium seaweed
Appearance
White to light tan, homogenous, free flowing powder.
Melting Point (1.5%)
82-88°C
pH (1.5%)
6.0-8.0
Water
≤11%
Ash
≤6.5%
Gel Point (1.5%)
34-38°C
Gel Strength (1.5%)
850-1200g/cm2
Identification A
Passes
Identification B
Passes
Foreign Insoluble Matter
≤10%
Foreign Organic Matter
≤1%
Foreign Starch
None Detected
Gelatin
None Detected
Water Absorption
≤75ml
Acid-insoluble Ash
≤0.5%
Arsenic
≤0.0003%
Lead
≤0.001%
Heavy Metals (Pb)
≤0.004%
Microbiological Analysis
Total Plate Count: ≤5000cfu/g Coliforms: ≤3cfu/g E. coli: 0cfu/g Salmonella: 0cfu/g Yeast and Mold: ≤200cfu/g
Storage
RT
Important Note
This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological.
Toxicity and Hazards
 All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.
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