China High-Quality Tryptone (Casein) from China - Leading Suppliers and Factory for Microbial Culture Media Manufacturers, Factory

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Tryptone, also known as pancreatic digest of casein, is a premium product expertly crafted for applications that necessitate casein pancreatin or trypsin hydrolysate in culture medium formulations. Sourced from high-quality casein derived from fresh milk, this fine light yellow powder undergoes rigorous purification, enzymatic hydrolysis, and advanced filtration processes. Packed with a comprehensive range of free amino acids, it features a notably high tryptophan content and maintains a balanced nutritional profile with stable physical and chemical properties. As a crucial nitrogen source, tryptone significantly enhances microbial growth and metabolic reproduction, making it an indispensable core ingredient for various microbial culture media. Our tryptone is widely utilized in biological fermentation, biopharmaceuticals, microbiological testing, and laboratory research. Trusted by China’s leading suppliers and factories, it plays a vital role in bacterial culture, strain isolation, and microbial cultivation to meet diverse nutritional requirements in both industrial and scientific applications.

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Product Description

Quality Standards
Sensory Index
Items Requirements
Morphology Powder, no caking
Color Light yellow or milky white powder
Odor Endemic taste and odor of product, no other peculiar smell
Impurity No normal visible extraneous impurity
Physicochemical Index
Item Pharmaceutical Grade Reagent Grade
Total nitrogen (on DM) % ≥8.0% ≥12.0%
Amino nitrogen (on DM) % ≥2.5% ≥3.0%
Ash (on DM) % ≤10.0% ≤10.0%
Moisture % ≤6.0% ≤6.0%
PH (2% solution) 5.0–8.0
Acid solution & alkalescence high-pressure Pellucid
Solubility (2% solution) Pellucid
The physicochemical index is general specification but we can customize product according to the requirements of customer.
Application
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Sterility Testing Media
Serves as a key component of casein tryptone media for microbial sterility testing.
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Industrial Fermentation
Acts as an essential nitrogen source to support microbial growth and metabolism.
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Biopharmaceutical Production
Widely used in producing antibiotics, extracellular proteins, interferon and diphtheria toxoid.
With rich amino acids and stable properties, this premium tryptone (casein) optimizes culture conditions, boosts strain activity and ensures steady quality in biopharmaceutical production.
Usage
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Preparation Instruction
Fully dissolved and sterilized before use.
Packaging
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Pharmaceutical Grade
Compound Paper Bag with 25kg/bag or Cardboard Bucket.
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Reagent Grade
Packaged with 250g plastic bottle, or packed according to customer measurement requirements. OEM Package available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is tryptone (casein) and what is it derived from?
Tryptone (casein) is a hydrolysate derived from casein, a protein found in milk. It is produced through enzymatic or acid hydrolysis and is rich in amino acids and peptides, making it an ideal nitrogen source for microbial culture media and fermentation processes.
What is the difference between Pharmaceutical Grade and Reagent Grade tryptone?
Pharmaceutical Grade tryptone has a total nitrogen content of ≥8.0% and is primarily used in pharmaceutical fermentation and sterility testing media. Reagent Grade has a higher total nitrogen content of ≥12.0% and is used in laboratory research and analytical applications where higher purity and solubility (pellucid solution) are required.
Can the product specifications be customized to meet specific requirements?
Yes. While the physicochemical index listed represents our general specification, we can customize the product according to individual customer requirements. OEM packaging is also available for both grades.
How should tryptone (casein) be prepared before use?
The product should be fully dissolved in an appropriate volume of water and then sterilized (typically by autoclaving) before use in culture media or fermentation applications. This ensures proper dissolution and eliminates any potential microbial contamination.
What are the main applications of this tryptone in biopharmaceutical production?
This tryptone is widely used as a nitrogen source in the production of antibiotics, extracellular proteins, interferon, and diphtheria toxoid. It is also a key component in casein tryptone media for microbial sterility testing, helping to optimize culture conditions and ensure consistent product quality.
What packaging options are available and what are the storage recommendations?
Pharmaceutical Grade tryptone is available in compound paper bags of 25kg/bag or cardboard buckets. Reagent Grade is packaged in 250g plastic bottles or customized packaging per customer needs. The product should be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated environment, away from moisture and direct sunlight, to maintain its quality and shelf life.

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