2x YT medium
SIGMA/Y1003 - Liquid microbial growth medium
Synonym: 2xYT Medium
Product Type: Chemical
form | liquid |
grade | for molecular biology |
pH | 6.5-7.5 |
Quality Level | 300 ![]() |
sterility | sterile; 0.2 μm filtered |
storage temp. | room temp |
suitability | nonselective for Escherichia coli |
nonselective for coliforms |
Application: | Suitable for non-selective cultivation of M13 bacteriophage, and E. coli strains for cloning, DNA plasmid production and production of recombinant proteins. Also suitable for selective cultivation when appropriate antibiotics are added. |
Components: | 16 g/L Tryptone 10 g/L Yeast Extract 5.0 g/L NaCl |
Features and Benefits: | 2xYT liquid provides: • Filter-sterilized, ready-to-use format • Convenient package size • Standard formulation |
General description: | 2xYT is a standard microbial growth medium used for the cultivation of E. coli and M13 bacteriophage. This nutrient-rich microbial broth contains peptides, amino acids, and water-soluble vitamins in a low-salt formulation. |
RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
WGK Germany | WGK 2 |
Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
Storage Temp. | room temp |
UNSPSC | 12352200 |