AuSaMicS Potato Dextrose Broth (PDB) — Microbiological Grade 
CAT: AS‑1331
 
Overview
AuSaMicS Potato Dextrose Broth (CAT: AS‑1331) is a nutrient‑rich liquid medium designed for the cultivation of fungi and yeasts. Prepared from dehydrated potato infusion and dextrose, PDB provides a balanced carbon source and essential nutrients that support robust fungal biomass production, fermentation studies, and plant pathology research.
Recognized as a gold‑standard medium in mycology, PDB is widely used in academic laboratories, industrial R&D, and quality control testing, ensuring reproducibility and reliability across diverse applications.
 
Product Details
Catalog Number: AS‑1331
Form: Dehydrated powder
Packaging Sizes: 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg, 5 Kg, 25 Kg
Appearance (dehydrated): Cream‑colored, homogeneous, free‑flowing powder
Prepared broth: Light yellow solution, clear to slightly opalescent
HS Tariff Code: 3821.00 — prepared culture media for development of microorganisms
 
Composition (per liter, typical)
Potato infusion solids: ~4.0 g
Dextrose: 20.0 g
Final pH: 5.1 ± 0.2 at 25 °C
 
Applications
Cultivation of fungi and yeasts (Saccharomyces, Candida, Aspergillus, Penicillium).
Mycological research: fungal identification, morphology, and physiology studies.
Fermentation studies: substrate utilization, metabolic profiling, and biomass yield.
Plant pathology: isolation and culture of pathogenic fungi.
Quality control testing in food, pharmaceutical, and agricultural industries.
 
Key Features
Microbiological grade quality: ensures reproducibility and consistency.
Nutrient‑rich formulation: supports vigorous fungal and yeast growth.
Easy preparation: dissolve in distilled water and sterilize by autoclaving.
Versatile use: suitable for teaching labs, industrial R&D, and environmental studies.
Trusted documentation: COA, SDS, and TDS available with every batch.
 
Storage & Handling
Dehydrated powder: Store at 2–25 °C in a dry, sealed container.
Prepared broth: Store at 2–8 °C, protected from light.
Stable under recommended conditions; discard if contamination or degradation is observed.
 
Safety & Compliance
For Laboratory Use Only — Not for Human or Veterinary Use.
Manufactured to microbiological grade standards.
SDS, COA, and TDS available upon request.
 
FAQ
Q1: What organisms grow best in Potato Dextrose Broth? A1: Yeasts and fungi including Saccharomyces, Candida, Aspergillus, and Penicillium.
Q2: How does PDB differ from Potato Dextrose Agar (PDA)? A2: PDB is a liquid medium used for biomass and fermentation studies, while PDA is solidified with agar for colony morphology and isolation.
Q3: What is the HS tariff code for PDB? A3: HS Code 3821.00 — prepared culture media for microorganisms.