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Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Agar Technical (Agar No. 3)
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Specifications:
| Application | Microbiology | ||
| Storage Temperature | Room Temperature | ||
| Product Type | Culture Medium | Forms | Powder |
| Product Brand | Thermo Fisher Scientific™, Oxoid | ||
| Product Grade | Microbiology grade | ||
The Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Agar Technical (Agar No. 3) is a general-purpose bacteriological-grade agar used as a solidifying agent in a wide variety of microbiological media formulations.
Renowned for its clarity, consistency, and gel strength, Agar No. 3 provides excellent batch-to-batch reproducibility, making it suitable for both routine laboratory testing and research applications in microbiology, food safety, and water quality analysis.
Key Features
- High Purity Agar: Optimized for reliable gelation and consistent microbial growth support.
- General-Purpose Application: Suitable for preparing culture media for bacteria, yeasts, and molds.
- Standard Working Concentration: Recommended at 1.2% (12 g/L).
- Excellent Clarity and Strength: Ensures uniform plate surfaces for reproducible colony morphology.
- Quality Assured: Manufactured under Thermo Scientific’s stringent QC standards for media performance.
Specifications
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Oxoid Agar Technical (Agar No. 3) |
| Form | Powder |
| Grade | Bacteriological-grade agar |
| Working Concentration | 1.2% (12 g/L) |
| Appearance | Off-white to light yellow powder |
| Solubility | Soluble in hot water |
| Applications | General microbiological media preparation |
| Packaging Sizes | 500 g, 2.5 kg, 5 kg |
| Storage Conditions | Store at ambient temperature, dry and tightly sealed |
| Intended Use | For laboratory use only |
Applications
- Preparation of nutrient, selective, and differential agar media
- Cultivation of bacteria, yeasts, and molds
- Water, food, and environmental microbiological testing
- Educational and research laboratories requiring consistent media performance
The Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Agar Technical (Agar No. 3) provides a consistent, high-quality base for microbiological media preparation.
Its reliable gelation and clarity make it an indispensable solidifying agent for general bacteriological and environmental testing across clinical, food, and research laboratories.
- Pack Size: 2.5 Kg Plastic bucket, 5kg