Product Description
Acetobacter Glucose Broth – HX-MEDIA
Product Overview
Acetobacter Glucose Broth is a selective enrichment medium designed for the cultivation of acetic acid bacteria, particularly Acetobacter. The medium contains glucose broth as a primary carbon source, supporting the growth and metabolic activity of these organisms.
It promotes the proliferation of Acetobacter species, which are known for their ability to oxidize ethanol into acetic acid, playing a key role in vinegar production and other fermentation processes. The formulation may include selective components that help suppress unwanted microbial flora.
This medium is widely used in food and beverage industries, fermentation studies, quality control laboratories, and microbiology research. It ensures reliable growth, efficient enrichment, and consistent results, making it suitable for routine analysis and industrial applications involving acetic acid bacteria.
🔬 Key Features
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Glucose-based formula for efficient growth and acetic acid production
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Supports growth of acid-tolerant, aerobic Acetobacter
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Clear glucose broth allows easy observation of turbidity or pellicle formation
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Ideal for laboratory research and industrial QC applications
🎯 Applications
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Enrichment and cultivation of Acetobacter spp. from vinegar, kombucha, and fermented products
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Industrial and research fermentation studies
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Quality control in vinegar and acetic acid production
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Starter culture preparation for inoculation onto solid media
🧪 Composition (Typical)
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Glucose – 20 g
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Peptone – 5 g
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Yeast extract – 10 g
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Distilled water – 1 L
🛠️ How to Use
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Dissolve the dehydrated broth in distilled water and sterilize.
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Inoculate the sample (e.g., vinegar, kombucha, fermented beverages) into the broth.
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Incubate aerobically at 28–30°C.
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Observe growth as turbidity or pellicle formation.
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Cultures can be used for further studies or inoculation onto solid media.
⏳Storage and Shelf Life
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Store dehydrated medium at 2–30°C, tightly sealed
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Prepared broth should be stored at 2–8°C and used promptly
👍 Ideal For
✔ Laboratory use only; not for consumption.
✔ Follow standard microbiological precautions.
✔ Dispose of cultures per biosafety guidelines.
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