Peptone Bacteriological

What is Peptone Bacteriological? Peptone Bacteriological is a water-soluble, nitrogen-rich organic substance derived from the hydrolysis of animal or plant proteins. It appears as a light brown or beige powder and is commonly used as a nutrient medium in microbiological and bacteriological applications. Peptone provides essential amino acids, peptides, and other growth factors that support the growth and metabolism of microorganisms. It is valued for its ability to promote the rapid and abundant growth of a wide range of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms in laboratory settings. Peptone Bacteriological is also known by alternate names such as Protein Hydrolysate or Bacterial Peptone.

Consistent Quality: We supply only high-quality Peptone Bacteriological, ensuring reliable and consistent performance in microbiological culture media and laboratory applications.

Shipped from Manchester, UK Facility: Sourced and packaged in non-toxic, chemical-resistant containers to ensure safe handling and maintain product quality during transport.

Frequent Uses

Microbiological Culture Media
Widely used in the preparation of culture media for the cultivation of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms. It provides the necessary nutrients for microbial growth in both solid and liquid media, such as nutrient agar, broth, and other specialised growth media used in laboratories.

Fermentation
Commonly used in fermentation processes, where it serves as a nutrient source for microorganisms involved in producing various biotechnological products, such as antibiotics, enzymes, and biofuels. It supports microbial growth and enhances the yield of fermentation processes.

Bacteriological Research
In research laboratories, it is used to support the growth of a wide range of bacterial species for studies in microbiology, genetics, and biochemistry. It is essential in experiments requiring the cultivation of microorganisms under controlled conditions.

Diagnostic Microbiology
An important ingredient in diagnostic microbiology, where it is used to prepare media for the identification and isolation of pathogenic bacteria. It helps to maintain the viability of microbial cultures for diagnostic purposes and antibiotic susceptibility testing.

Biochemical and Microbial Testing
Used in biochemical and microbial testing, such as the determination of bacterial enzyme activities and metabolic profiling. It supports the growth of microorganisms in media designed for various diagnostic and research assays.

Cell Culture Media
Sometimes used in cell culture media for the growth of animal or plant cells in vitro. It provides a rich source of nutrients and growth factors required for the propagation of cells in culture systems used in research and pharmaceutical production.

Production of Enzymes and Other Bioproducts
Used in the production of enzymes, including proteases and amylases, which are important in industrial processes. By providing an optimal nutrient environment, it promotes the growth of microorganisms that produce these valuable enzymes for use in industries such as food, detergent, and textile manufacturing.

• Nutrient source in culture media
• Supports microorganism growth
• Enzyme and protein production
• Bacterial metabolism studies
• Selective and differential media
• Microbial susceptibility testing
• Bacterial strain isolation
• Essential for microbiological research

Typical Analysis

Appearance: Cream powder
Solubility in water at 5%: Total
Clarity: Clear, pale straw colour
pH of 2% solution: 7.2 ± 0.2
Total Nitrogen: 12% ± 0.5
Amino Nitrogen: 5% ± 0.5

Cas Number: 73049-73-7

HS Code / Commodity Code: 3504000000

Hazard Phrases: H0001