Acetobacter Agar (Mannitol)
Product Overview
Acetobacter Agar (Mannitol) is a specialized microbiological culture medium formulated for the isolation, cultivation, and enumeration of Acetobacter species. Mannitol serves as the primary carbon and energy source, promoting the growth of acetic acid bacteria capable of oxidizing alcohols and sugars into organic acids. This medium is widely used in food and beverage quality control, vinegar production, fermentation industries, environmental microbiology, and research laboratories.
Acetobacter Agar (Mannitol) provides a nutrient-rich environment that supports the recovery and maintenance of Acetobacter species while facilitating microbiological studies related to acetic acid fermentation and bacterial identification.
Principle
The medium contains mannitol as the principal carbohydrate source, which is metabolized by Acetobacter species. Essential nutrients, nitrogen sources, mineral salts, and agar provide optimal conditions for bacterial growth. The formulation encourages the development of characteristic colonies, making it suitable for isolation and routine cultivation of acetic acid bacteria.
Applications
Microbiology Laboratories
- Isolation of Acetobacter species
- Cultivation of acetic acid bacteria
- Enumeration of bacterial populations
- Microbial characterization
Food & Beverage Industry
- Vinegar production quality control
- Fermented beverage testing
- Fruit juice microbiological analysis
- Fermentation monitoring
Fermentation Industry
- Starter culture maintenance
- Process monitoring
- Fermentation research
- Quality assurance
Research & Academic Institutions
- Microbial physiology studies
- Fermentation research
- Taxonomic studies
- Educational laboratory work
Environmental Testing
- Isolation of environmental acetic acid bacteria
- Water and soil microbiology
- Ecological studies
Benefits
- Promotes reliable growth of Acetobacter species
- Excellent reproducibility and performance
- High-quality raw materials ensure consistent results
- Suitable for routine laboratory use
- Supports microbiological quality control programs
- Easy to prepare and handle
- Long shelf life under proper storage conditions
Preparation Instructions
- Suspend the recommended quantity of dehydrated medium in purified water.
- Heat with frequent stirring until completely dissolved.
- Sterilize by autoclaving at 121°C for 15 minutes.
- Cool to 45–50°C and mix gently.
- Pour into sterile Petri dishes and allow the medium to solidify before use.
Packaging Options
- 100 g Bottle
- 500 g Bottle
- 2.5 kg Container
- 5 kg Container
- Custom bulk packaging available upon request
Storage & Handling
- Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C.
- Protect from moisture and direct sunlight.
- Keep the container tightly closed after use.
- Avoid contamination during handling.
- Use prepared medium according to established laboratory procedures.
Industries Served
- Microbiology Laboratories
- Food & Beverage Manufacturers
- Vinegar Production Industry
- Fermentation Companies
- Pharmaceutical Quality Control Laboratories
- Biotechnology Companies
- Research Institutions
- Universities and Educational Laboratories
Why Choose Our Acetobacter Agar (Mannitol)?
- Premium-quality microbiological culture medium
- Excellent recovery and cultivation of Acetobacter species
- Consistent performance and reliable results
- Manufactured under strict quality control standards
- Available in multiple packaging sizes
- Secure packaging for extended shelf life
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.