Bacteriological Malt Extract

Culture of Yeasts and Molds.

Malt extract is intended primarily for the culture and enumeration of yeasts and molds in malt extract media. It favors the sporulation of molds such as Aspergillus and Penicillium. Because of it high carbohydrate content, malt extract should not be subjected to excessive heating, since the culture medium will turn brown.

Available as dehydrated medium : 500g bottle.

In compliance with regulatory requirements, a USDA permit (VS 16-3) is mandatory for shipments from Canada to the USA due to the inclusion of peptone, an animal byproduct.