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Wheat Peptone

suitable for microbiology

Synonym(s):

Peptone from wheat

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CAS Number:
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
41106212
NACRES:
NA.85

biological source

wheat

Quality Level

form

powder

shelf life

limited shelf life, expiry date on the label

composition

amino-nitrogen, ≥2%
total nitrogen (N), ≥11%

impurities

<24% ash

loss

<6% loss on drying

pH

6.8±0.5 (2% in H2O)

solubility

H2O: 2%, clear, light yellow to brown

application(s)

food and beverages
microbiology

suitability

Enterobacter spp.
Lactobacillus spp.
Listeria spp.

General description

Wheat Peptone is obtained by enzymatic hydrolysis of wheat proteins. This peptone favors the growth of Enterobacteria, and Listeria. It is also suited for the culture of Lactobacillus. By nature of its high protein content and relatively clear aspect. Wheat Peptone is particualrly well suited for broth cultures and applications where transparency is essential.

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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Debra Rossouw et al.
Applied and environmental microbiology, 75(20), 6600-6612 (2009-08-25)
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Culture media provides a habitat with suitable nutrients, energy sources, and certain environmental conditions for the growth of microorganisms. The components of the culture media range from simple sugars to peptones, salts, antibiotics, and complex indicators.

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