CCW4692

Malt Extract Acid Agar in flasks

For detection, isolation, and enumeration of fungi, particularly yeast and molds, from air and water samples, suitable for microbiology

• Synonym(s): MEA pH 4.3
• UNSPSC Code: 12352106
• NACRES: NA.74

Properties

• Quality Level: 200
• sterility: sterile
• form: solid
• shelf life: 18 mo. at 8‑25 °C (limited shelf life, expiry date on the label)
• feature: ready-to-use
• composition: agar, 15.0 g/L ; malt extract, 30.0 g/L ; soy peptone, 3.00 g/L
• packaging: box of 10 bottles
• storage condition: (Tightly closed)
• bottle capacity: 250 mL
• filling volume: 200 mL
• color: yellow
• pH: 3.5±0.2 (25 °C); 4.3±0.2 (25 °C)
• application(s): food and beverages; microbiology
• storage temp.: 15-25°C
• suitability: molds; yeasts

Description

General description

Malt Extract Agar supports the growth of almost all fungi very well, because of its balanced composition, and restrains most of the bacteria due to the strong acidity. Re-adjust the pH to 3.5 for more selection against the bacterial growth desired.

Application

Malt Extract Acid Agar is suitable for the detection, isolation, and enumeration of fungi, particularly yeast and molds, from air and water samples.

Components

• 1 box with 10 bottles of 250 mL
• Injectable cap: Plastic screw inner cap

Other Notes

Using syringe needles with a diameter greater than 0.8 mm is not recommended.

Safety Information

• Storage Class Code: 13 - Non Combustible Solids
• WGK: WGK 3