YEAST EXTRACT POWDER For Bacteriology

Short Name: YEAST EXTRACT POWDER

Other Names:

Water soluble fraction of yeast autolysate, Standard material for culture media-rich in B-Vitamins and growth factors.

Chemical Specifications

Appearance : Light brown colored powder

Assay (ex N; on dried basis) : Min 60%

Phosphorous (P) : Max 2.5%

Coagulable protein : Not detectable

Heavy metal (as Pb) : Max 0.005%

Loss on drying : Max 5%

Sulphated ash : Max 15%

Suitability (for microbiology) : Passes test

Heat resistant bacteria : Not detectable