BD Difco™ Glycerol

Used as a fixative, in bacterial preservation media and in the isolation and cultivation of many organisms. BD™ Difco™ Glycerol is a highly purified alcohol that helps support the growth of a wide variety of microorganisms, including mycobacterial species and fastidious bacteria.

Supplier:  BD 228220

Catalog No. DF0282-17-0

Description

Glycerol is a viscous, highly purified, fermentable alcohol often used to supplement the base of culture media (e.g. Agar). Glycerol is mixed into the solution with the culture base to support the growth of a wide variety of microorganisms.

• CAS Number: 56-81-5
• EC number: 200-289-5
• Chemical formula: C₃H₈O₃
• Molar mass: 92.09g/mol
• Density: 1.261 g/cm³
• Solubility in water: miscible
• Viscosity: 1.412 Pa•s

Specifications

• Certifications/Compliance: ISO/DIS, 11014
• Content And Storage: 15°C to 30°C
• Form: Highly Viscous
• Packaging Type: Bottle

• Color: Colorless
• Additive: Glycerol
• For Use With (Application): Bacterial preservation media and in the isolation and cultivation of many organisms
• Quantity: 500 g

Safety and Handling

ShelfLife : 730 Days