Description
A fine, off-white to pale yellow powder with strong gelling properties, ideal for microbiological media preparation, tissue culture, and food-grade applications. Derived from red algae, it forms firm gels in aqueous solutions and is suitable for bacteriological and analytical use.
Features
Chemical Name: Agar (Agar-Agar, Gum Agar) - CAS Number: 9002-18-0 - Molecular Formula: (C??H??O?)? - Appearance: Off-white to pale yellow powder - Odor: Odorless - Solubility: Soluble in hot water; forms gel upon cooling - Gel Strength (1.5% solution): ?600 g/cm² - Loss on Drying: ?15% - Sulphated Ash: ?5% - Foreign Organic Matter: ?0.5% - pH (1.5% solution): ~6.0–7.5