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N-Z-Case® Tryptone

from bovine milk, pkg of 1 kg, suitable for microbiology

Synonym(s):

Peptone from casein, Pancreatic digest of casein

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CAS Number:
91079-40-2
EC Number:
293-428-4
UNSPSC Code:
41106212
NACRES:
NA.85

biological source

bovine milk

form

powder

composition

amino-nitrogen, >4.5%
total nitrogen (N), ≥10%

packaging

pkg of 1 kg

loss

≤6% loss on drying

color

white to light beige

pH

6.5-7.5 (25 °C, 2% in water)

solubility

soluble, clear, faintly yellow to yellow

application(s)

food and beverages
microbiology

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General description

N-Z-Case® Tryptone is an enzymatic digest of casein. It is used as a source of peptides and amino acids in microbial culture media. This pancreatic digest of casein acts as a rich nutrient source, supplying nitrogen, vitamins, and minerals essential for microbial growth in various biotechnological applications. Peptone from casein supports the growth of fastidious microorganisms, providing organic nitrogen, peptides, and amino acids necessary for the culture of a broad spectrum of microorganisms.

Application

N-Z-Case® Tryptone is used as a nutrient source in culture media for the growth of microorganisms, such as bacteria, yeast, and fungi, especially for those organisms with complex nutritional requirements.

Other Notes

Moderately digested casein enzymatic hydrolysate

Legal Information

N-Z-Case is a registered trademark of Kerry Group

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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Certificates of Analysis (COA)

Lot/Batch Number
SLBZ3943
SLCG6531
SLBX7371
SLBQ0253V
MKBQ0147V

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Base Ingredients of Microbiology Media

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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