ReadyMED™ Agar Agar (Bacteriological Grade) – RDM-AA-01
High-Purity Gelling Agent for Microbiological Culture Media
Manufactured by Chaitanya Agro Biotech Pvt. Ltd.
1. Product Overview
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Form: White to off-white dehydrated powder
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Grade: Bacteriological (Low DNase/Rnase activity)
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Gel Strength: ≥1200 g/cm² (1.5% gel at 25°C)
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Product Code: RDM-AA-01
2. Key Properties
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Ash Content | ≤2.5% |
| Gelling Temp | 32-39°C |
| Melting Temp | 85-95°C |
| Microbial Load | ≤100 CFU/g |
| pH (1.5% sol.) | 6.5-7.5 |
3. Functional Applications
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Base component for:
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Selective media (e.g., MacConkey, MSA)
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Differential media (e.g., EMB, XLD)
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General-purpose media (e.g., Nutrient Agar)
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Typical Use Concentration: 1-2% w/v
4. Technical Advantages
✔ Consistent gelling properties for reproducible media
✔ Low mineral content minimizes interference with selectivity
✔ Optimal clarity for colony morphology observation
5. Storage & Handling
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Storage: 10-30°C in airtight container (RH <50%)
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Shelf Life: 5 years from manufacture
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Safety: Non-toxic; autoclave contaminated material before disposal
6. Preparation Guidelines
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Suspension: Slowly sprinkle into heated (80-90°C) distilled water while stirring
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Dissolution: Boil 1 minute to ensure complete hydration
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Autoclaving: 121°C for 15 minutes (for most applications)
7. Quality Compliance
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Meets USP/EP/JP standards for microbiological media
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Batch-specific Certificate of Analysis available
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