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Meat Extract Powder

For preparation of microbial culture media and industrial production of antibiotics and enzymes.

Cat. Number: AS-1005

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Derived from animal tissues without any fat content, meat extract powder serves as a nutrient-rich source ideal for supporting the robust growth of fastidious microorganisms such as anaerobes. This finely powdered form of meat extract undergoes meticulous processing to preserve its nutritional value.

Meat extract powder is renowned for its diverse composition, containing a range of nutrients including free amino acids, short peptide fragments, nucleotides, vitamins, and essential components. These nutrients create an optimal environment for microbial growth and metabolism, making meat extract powder a preferred choice for preparing general and diagnostic culture media and supporting fermentation reactions.

Moreover, the benefits of meat extract powder extend beyond its nutritional profile. This ingredient plays a pivotal role in promoting the growth and development of various microorganisms, particularly those with specific growth requirements. Its unique composition supports microbial cultivation in diverse applications, from diagnostic laboratories to industrial fermentation processes.

Used in various culture media formulations, meat extract powder aids in cultivating a wide range of microorganisms. Its inclusion enhances the nutritive value of culture media and supports the growth of bacteria, yeasts, and molds.

With its ability to enhance microbial growth and provide essential nutrients, meat extract powder finds extensive use in microbiology laboratories for culture media preparation. Its versatility extends to fermentation processes, where it acts as a valuable supplement to support microbial activities and product formation.

Shelf life and storage

Store meat extract powder between 10-30 °C in a ventilated and low humidity place and protected from light. Close the container tightly after use. Use before expiry date.

Note that this product is for R&D use only. DO NOT USE for drug, household, or any other uses.

Quality Control

Typical analysis

Powder appearanceLight yellow to brownish yellow
SolubilityFreely soluble in water, insoluble in alcohol
1% solution appearanceClear
pH (2% in water)5.9 – 6.9

Chemical analysis

Total nitrogen≥11.5
Sodium chloride≤6
Amino nitrogen≥3.2
moisture≤5

Amino acid composition (mg/g)

Aspartic acid82
Threonine31
Serine29
Glutamic acid96
Proline41
Glycine72
Alanine54
Cysteine-
Valine49
Methionine8
Isoleucine31
Leucine60
Tyrosine12
Phenylalanine38
Histidine20

Microbial Quality Control

 Cultural response after 18-24 hours incubation at 35-37 °C on Peptone Agar (AS-1318) prepared by Meat extract as a component.

StrainATCCGrowth
Bacillus subtilis6633Luxuriant
Staphylococcus aureus25923Luxuriant
Enterococcus faecalis29212Luxuriant
Pseudomonas aeruginosa27853Luxuriant

Documents

 

Technical Data Sheet

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