It is recommended for Laboratory and fermentation media owing to its outstanding clarity. It has been used in the media used for commercial production of antibiotics, toxins and enzymes.
Appearance
Cream to light yellow Homogenous Free flowing powder, having Characteristic but not putrescent odour.
Solubility
Freely soluble in distilled water, insoluble in alcohol and ether.
Clarity
1% w/v aqueous solution is clear without any haziness after autoclaving at 15 lbs pressure (121ºC ) for 15 minutes.
Reaction
Reaction of 2% w/v aqueous solution at 25ºC.
Storage and Shelf Life
Store below 30°C. Use before expiry date on the label.