An ideal ingredient used in the preparation of culture media for the cultivation of Yeats and Moulds.
Malt extract is a water-soluble portion of malted barley used in culture media for the cultivation of yeasts and moulds because it contains a high concentration of reduced sugars, particularly maltose. It provides source of carbon, protein and nutrients in culture media.
Appearance: Yellowish brown coloured powder.
Solubility: Completely soluble in water.
Colour and Clarity of 1% w/v aqueous solution after autoclaving at 15 psi / 15 min: Light yellow coloured, clear solution.
pH after autoclaving: 6.5 ± 1.5
