MRS Agar (RTU)

MRS Agar is used for the growth and enumeration of cultures of Lactobacillus in dairy and other food products as well as in products destined for animal feed.
The medium can be used to culture slow-growing lactobacilli such as Lactobacillus brevis and Lactobacillus fermentum. Acidified to low pH, it can be used to enumerate Lactobacillus bulgaricus in yogurts.

According to the bacteria sought, the media can be adjusted in pH to obtain optimal growth.
The typical composition responds to that described in the standard ISO 15214.

Available in ready-to-melt medium (pH 5,7) : 10 vials of 200 ml.

and Pre-poured medium (pH5,7) : 120 plates (Ø 90 mm).

Also available in dehydrated medium : 500 g bottle (BK089HA).

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.