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74041

Sigma-Aldrich

Sterility Indicator (Steam Sterilization)

suitable for microbiology

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Synonym(s):
Spore Strips (for Steam Sterilization), Spore Strips Bioindicator (for Steam Sterilization)
NACRES:
NB.35

shelf life

limited shelf life, expiry date on the label

application(s)

food and beverages
microbiology

storage temp.

2-8°C

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limited shelf life, expiry date on the label

shelf life

limited shelf life, expiry date on the label

shelf life

limited shelf life, expiry date on the label

shelf life

-

application(s)

food and beverages

application(s)

clinical
cosmetics
environmental
food and beverages
pharmaceutical
veterinary, microbiology

application(s)

microbiology

application(s)

microbiology

storage temp.

2-8°C

storage temp.

2-8°C

storage temp.

2-8°C

storage temp.

2-8°C

General description

These indicators consist of Bacillus stearothermophilus (ATCC 7953) spores impregnated on paper strips, individually placed into envelopes. Bacillus stearothermophilus is a thermophilic species which can grow at 65°C and above. The spores are highly resistant and are used to monitor autoclave performance. These indicators as specified by U.S. military specification MIL-S-36586 are GMP requirements of U.S. FDA.

Packaging

package of 25 strips
Dimension envelop (2 strips): 46x70 mm
Dimension strips: 33x7 mm

Components

Bacillus stearothermophilus (ATCC 7953) spores impregnated on paper strips (1 mio. spores per strip)

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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