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103753 Yeast Extract for Biotechnology and Microbiology, GranuCult, Merck

103753 Merck

Yeast Extract for biotechnology and microbiology is a high-quality, granulated nutrient source derived from the autolysis of Saccharomyces cerevisiae. It serves as an essential component in a wide variety of microbial culture media, providing a rich source of nitrogen, vitamins, and growth factors.

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Yeast extract (1.03753) is a water-soluble, peptone-like derivative of yeast cells, carefully manufactured through controlled autolysis to preserve naturally occurring B-complex vitamins, amino acids, and minerals. As part of the GranuCult® range, this extract is processed into a granulated format. This specialized granulation ensures rapid and uniform dissolution in water while significantly reducing the formation of airborne dust, making it safer for laboratory personnel by minimizing the inhalation of fine particles. It provides a complete nutritional profile for the cultivation of fastidious microorganisms and is widely used in pharmaceutical, environmental, and food and beverage testing.

Advantages

  • Granulated Format: Significant reduction in dust inhalation and laboratory contamination; prevents clumping even under humid conditions.
  • Nutrient-Rich: High concentration of B-complex vitamins, organic nitrogen, and essential trace elements.
  • Superior Solubility: Rapid and uniform dissolution in water, resulting in clear, bright media solutions.
  • High Reproducibility: Homogenous distribution of components ensures consistent batch-to-batch performance in fermentation and culture media.
  • Animal-Free: Purely vegetable/yeast origin, suitable for applications requiring non-animal derived components.

Technical specifications

Catalogue number 1.03753
Product name Yeast Extract (Granulated)
Brand GranuCult® / Merck / Millipore
CAS number 8013-01-2
Nitrogen (N) (total) ≥ 10.5 % (on dried substance)
pH Value (2% in water) 5.5 – 7.2
Solubility 410 g/L in water (20 °C)
Sulfated ash ≤ 17.0 %
Loss on drying ≤ 5.0 %
Storage temperature +15 °C to +25 °C
Quality level MQ200

Available packaging options

Catalogue Number Pack Size / Container
1.03753.0500 500 g (Plastic bottle)
1.03753.5000 5 kg (Plastic container)
1.03753.9025 25 kg (Fibre carton)
Brand Merck