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74041

Sigma-Aldrich

Sterility Indicator (Steam Sterilization)

suitable for microbiology

Synonym(s):

Spore Strips (for Steam Sterilization), Spore Strips Bioindicator (for Steam Sterilization)

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About This Item

UNSPSC Code:
41100000
NACRES:
NB.35

shelf life

limited shelf life, expiry date on the label

application(s)

food and beverages
microbiology

storage temp.

2-8°C

General description

These indicators consist of Bacillus stearothermophilus (ATCC 7953) spores impregnated on paper strips, individually placed into envelopes. Bacillus stearothermophilus is a thermophilic species which can grow at 65°C and above. The spores are highly resistant and are used to monitor autoclave performance. These indicators as specified by U.S. military specification MIL-S-36586 are GMP requirements of U.S. FDA.

Packaging

package of 25 strips
Dimension envelop (2 strips): 46x70 mm
Dimension strips: 33x7 mm

Components

Bacillus stearothermophilus (ATCC 7953) spores impregnated on paper strips (1 mio. spores per strip)

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

Regulatory Listings

Regulatory Listings are mainly provided for chemical products. Only limited information can be provided here for non-chemical products. No entry means none of the components are listed. It is the user’s obligation to ensure the safe and legal use of the product.

JAN Code

74041-25TESTS-F:
74041-25EA-BULK-F:

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Certificates of Analysis (COA)

Lot/Batch Number
BCCK1999
BCCH8685
BCCG2248
BCCD9569
BCCB8846

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