Molekula
Gelatin powdered, from porcine skin, for microbiology use (Me)
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Powdered gelatin from porcine skin is a hydrolyzed protein derived from collagen, widely used in microbiology as a gelling agent in culture media, nutrient stabilization, and microbial growth support. This product is a sterile, granular powder with a CAS number of 9000-70-8 and an approximate molecular weight of 167.1653 g/mol. It requires no special storage conditions and carries no hazard classification. Molekula supplies powdered gelatin from porcine skin for microbiology use from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Straw yelowpowder/grains |
| Ash | ≤ 2% |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 40mg/kg |
| Viscosity | 3.0mps |
| Salmonella | absent/25g |
| pH | 4.5 - 6.0 |
| Turbidity | ≤ 50NTU |
| Moisture | ≤ 13% |
| Total Aerobic Count | ≤ 1000 CFU/g |
| Gel Strength | 180 ± 10 bloom |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤ 0.5mg/kg |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 30mg/kg |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 5mg/kg |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤ 0.15mg/kg |
| Isoelectrical Point | 7.0 - 9.5 |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 1mg/kg |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤ 30mg/kg |
| Zinc (Zn) | ≤ 30mg/kg |
| Chromium (Cr) | ≤ 10mg/kg |
| E. Coli | absent/10g |
| Mould & Yeast | ≤ 100 cfu/g |
| H2O2 content | ≤ 10mg/kg |
| Granule size | 7 -70 Mesh |
| Total Protein content | ≥ 85% |
| Lipids | ≤ 0.1% |
| Sulfite reducing spores | ≤ 10 CFU/g |
| Hydroxyproline | 12 ± 2 % |
| Sulphur dioxide (SO2) | ≤ 10mg/kg |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90036787 |
| CAS Number | 9000-70-8 |
| Molecular Weight | 167.1653 |
| SMILES | CNC[C@@H](C1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)O)O.Cl |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 35030040 |
| Tariff Code | 3503001000 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P403+233 Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is powdered gelatin from porcine skin used for in microbiology?
It is primarily used as a solidifying agent in culture media (e.g., agar alternatives) and for preparing nutrient gels in microbiological assays.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of this gelatin?
Gelatin is a heterogeneous mixture of polypeptides derived from collagen, so it has no single defined molecular formula or repeating unit. The catalog lists a molecular weight value of 167.1653, which does not represent the mass of the polypeptide chains.
What grade of gelatin is this, and is it suitable for cell culture or only microbiology?
This is a **microbiology-grade** gelatin, purified for use in microbial culture media and assays—**not** recommended for cell culture applications.
How should this gelatin powder be stored, and what is its shelf life?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature (15–30°C)** in a dry place; shelf life is typically **2–3 years** from production date.
Does Molekula offer bulk quantities of this gelatin, and what are the minimum order sizes?
Yes, we supply bulk gelatin in **5 kg, 25 kg, and 50 kg** containers; minimum order quantities vary by region—contact us for specifics.
What documentation is provided with each order of this gelatin?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)** with microbial limits, heavy metals testing, and endotoxin levels (where applicable), along with a **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**.
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