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inputs MUST be direct children of #au-r2a-wrap for ~ sibling selector to reach .au-tabs and .au-panels --\u003e\n\u003cinput class=\"au-tab-radio\" type=\"radio\" name=\"r2a-tabs\" id=\"r2a-tab-pd\" checked\u003e\n\u003cinput class=\"au-tab-radio\" type=\"radio\" name=\"r2a-tabs\" id=\"r2a-tab-tds\"\u003e\n\u003cinput class=\"au-tab-radio\" type=\"radio\" name=\"r2a-tabs\" id=\"r2a-tab-sds\"\u003e\n\u003cinput class=\"au-tab-radio\" type=\"radio\" name=\"r2a-tabs\" id=\"r2a-tab-coa\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══════════════════════ HEADER ═══════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-header\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-header-left\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"au-cat\"\u003eDehydrated Culture Medium · Water Microbiology\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"au-pname\"\u003eR2A Agar\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"au-psubname\"\u003eReasoner's 2A — ISO 6222 · Ph. Eur. Medium S · Standard Methods 9215 B\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"au-badges\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"au-badge\"\u003eISO 6222:1999\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"au-badge\"\u003ePh. Eur. 11th Ed.\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"au-badge\"\u003eAPHA\/AWWA SM-9215B\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"au-badge\"\u003eDrinking Water Certified\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-header-right\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"au-logo-block\"\u003eAuSaMicS\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"au-logo-sub\"\u003eLife Science™\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══════════════════════ IDENTITY STRIP ═══════════════ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-strip\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-strip-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-strip-label\"\u003eCat No.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-strip-val\"\u003eAS-1337\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-strip-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-strip-label\"\u003eCAS No.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-strip-val\"\u003e—\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-strip-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-strip-label\"\u003eFormat\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-strip-val\"\u003eDehydrated Powder\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-strip-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-strip-label\"\u003eYield (1 L)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-strip-val\"\u003e≈ 55 plates\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-strip-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-strip-label\"\u003eFinal pH\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-strip-val\"\u003e7.2 ± 0.2\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══════════════════════ TABS ═════════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003c!-- Labels must be AFTER the radio inputs and BEFORE .au-panels for CSS ~ selector --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-tabs\"\u003e\n  \u003clabel class=\"au-tab-label\" for=\"r2a-tab-pd\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/label\u003e\n  \u003clabel class=\"au-tab-label\" for=\"r2a-tab-tds\"\u003eTechnical Data Sheet\u003c\/label\u003e\n  \u003clabel class=\"au-tab-label\" for=\"r2a-tab-sds\"\u003eSafety Data Sheet\u003c\/label\u003e\n  \u003clabel class=\"au-tab-label\" for=\"r2a-tab-coa\"\u003eCertificate of Analysis\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══════════════════════ PANELS ═══════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-panels\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-panel\" id=\"au-r2a-pd\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"au-p\"\u003e\n    R2A Agar (Reasoner's 2A) is the internationally mandated low-nutrient solid medium for the\n    enumeration of heterotrophic bacteria in treated drinking water, bottled water, swimming-pool\n    water, dialysis water, and other purified waters. Its deliberately oligotrophic formulation —\n    featuring nine carefully balanced components at very low concentrations — replicates the nutrient-depleted\n    environment of treated water systems and allows the recovery of slow-growing, chlorine-stressed,\n    and otherwise fastidious water bacteria that are undetectable on richer media such as PCA.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"au-p\"\u003e\n    Sodium pyruvate and soluble starch act synergistically to neutralise peroxides and reactive oxygen species\n    generated during sample processing, dramatically improving the recovery of sub-lethally injured organisms.\n    K₂HPO₄ provides pH buffering; MgSO₄ supplies essential divalent cations for enzyme function and membrane\n    integrity. The combination of low nutrients, long incubation (5–7 days), and reduced temperature (20–28 °C)\n    yields colony counts up to 100× higher than conventional Plate Count Agar.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eRegulatory Status \u0026amp; Applications\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-cards\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"au-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-card-icon\"\u003e💧\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-card-title\"\u003eDrinking \u0026amp; Bottled Water\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-card-body\"\u003e\n        Mandatory under ISO 6222:1999 and Ph. Eur. 2.6.12 (Medium S).\n        Official method for EU Directive compliance and IBWA bottle water testing.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"au-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-card-icon\"\u003e🏥\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-card-title\"\u003ePharmaceutical \u0026amp; Dialysis Water\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-card-body\"\u003e\n        Required for pharmacopoeial water testing (WFI, PW).\n        Recognised in Ph. Eur. 11th Ed. and USP \u0026lt;1231\u0026gt; guidelines.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"au-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-card-icon\"\u003e🔬\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-card-title\"\u003eResearch \u0026amp; Environmental\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-card-body\"\u003e\n        Selective recovery of oligotrophic genera: \u003cem\u003ePseudomonas\u003c\/em\u003e,\n        \u003cem\u003eSphingomonas\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eFlavobacterium\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eAcinetobacter\u003c\/em\u003e.\n        Pool water, dental-unit waterlines, and environmental monitoring.\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNutrient Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery low — simulates oligotrophic (nutrient-depleted) environments\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecovery Advantage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 100× higher counts vs. Plate Count Agar for water isolates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInjured Cell Recovery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarch + pyruvate neutralise peroxides; rescues chlorine-damaged cells\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColony Morphology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClear, distinct colonies — easy visual counting at all incubation temperatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegulatory Compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISO 6222:1999 · Ph. Eur. 2.6.12 Medium S · APHA SM-9215B · EPA 1604\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCounting Rule\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCount ALL visible colonies regardless of size, colour, or morphology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eIncubation Conditions\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-incub\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"au-incub-box\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eStandard (ISO \/ Ph. Eur.)\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"temp\"\u003e20–28 °C\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"days\"\u003e5–7 days · Maximum colony recovery\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"au-incub-box\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eAccelerated (when required)\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"temp\"\u003e35–37 °C\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"days\"\u003e44–72 hours · Faster results\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eGenus Targets\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"au-p\"\u003e\n    R2A Agar supports recovery of heterotrophic bacteria commonly found in treated water systems,\n    including but not limited to:\n    \u003cem\u003ePseudomonas\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eSphingomonas\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eFlavobacterium\u003c\/em\u003e,\n    \u003cem\u003eAcinetobacter\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eBurkholderia\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eCaulobacter\u003c\/em\u003e,\n    \u003cem\u003eMethylobacterium\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eBrevundimonas\u003c\/em\u003e spp.\n    These organisms are frequently oligotrophic, slow-growing, and unable to form visible\n    colonies on richer media within standard incubation periods.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Shelf Life\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDehydrated Powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–25 °C, dry place, tightly closed container, away from light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrepared Plates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–8 °C, sealed in plastic bag, use within 4 weeks of preparation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAfter Opening\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReseal immediately; use desiccant if ambient humidity \u0026gt; 60% RH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-note\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reasoner D.J. \u0026amp; Geldreich E.E. (1985). A new medium for the\n    enumeration and subculture of bacteria from potable water. \u003cem\u003eAppl. Environ. Microbiol.\u003c\/em\u003e 49(1):1–7.\n    Standardised in ISO 6222:1999 and Ph. Eur. 11th Edition, Medium S.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-disclaimer\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eAuSaMicS Pty Ltd\u003c\/strong\u003e (ABN 56 676 640 467) warrants that this product meets stated specifications\n    at time of manufacture and release. This product is intended for laboratory and research use only.\n    AuSaMicS Pty Ltd shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential\n    damages resulting from use outside the intended application. By using this product, the purchaser\n    accepts these terms. · 31 Longview CT, Thomastown VIC 3074, Australia ·\n    support@ausamics.com · +61 412 520 598 · www.ausamics.com.au\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-panel\" id=\"au-r2a-tds\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-2col\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eProduct Identification\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eR2A Agar\u003c\/strong\u003e (Reasoner's 2A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSynonyms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR2A Medium; ISO 6222 Medium; Ph. Eur. Medium S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCatalog No.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAS-1337\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDehydrated powder, pale cream to light beige\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicrobiological \/ Analytical Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLot No.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSee label\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRetest Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSee label\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003ePhysical Properties\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAppearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHomogeneous free-flowing powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePale cream to light beige\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOdour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFaint, characteristic (peptone\/yeast)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolubility (1 L)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18.12 g in purified water; dissolves on heating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH (prepared)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.2 ± 0.2 at 25 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAgar Gel Point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≈ 32–34 °C (gel), ≈ 84–86 °C (melt)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrepared Medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClear to very slightly opalescent gel, light amber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eComposition (per litre — ISO 6222 \/ Ph. Eur. Standard)\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-dt\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eRole \/ Function\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align:right\"\u003eAmount (g\/L)\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYeast Extract\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitamins, amino acids — primary carbon\/nitrogen source\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:right\"\u003e0.50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProteose Peptone No. 3 (or Polypeptone)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeptides, nitrogen — slow-release nutrient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:right\"\u003e0.50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCasein Hydrolysate (acid)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmino acids — supplementary nitrogen source\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:right\"\u003e0.50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlucose (Dextrose)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFermentable carbon source — readily metabolised\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:right\"\u003e0.50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarch (Soluble)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon source + peroxide neutralisation — protects injured cells\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:right\"\u003e0.50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eK₂HPO₄ (Dipotassium Hydrogen Phosphate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH buffer — stabilises at 7.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:right\"\u003e0.30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMgSO₄ · 7H₂O (Magnesium Sulphate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDivalent cation — enzyme cofactor, membrane integrity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:right\"\u003e0.024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium Pyruvate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeroxide scavenger — rescues chlorine-injured cells\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:right\"\u003e0.30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAgar (bacteriological grade)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolidifying agent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:right\"\u003e15.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003ctfoot\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal dehydrated weight to suspend per litre\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align:right\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e18.12 g\/L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tfoot\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003ePreparation Protocol\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003col class=\"au-steps\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"sn\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeigh \u003cstrong\u003e18.12 g\u003c\/strong\u003e of dehydrated R2A Agar and suspend in \u003cstrong\u003e1 L of purified\/distilled water\u003c\/strong\u003e (type 1 or equivalent).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"sn\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeat with frequent agitation on a hot plate or water bath. Bring to a full boil for \u003cstrong\u003e1 minute\u003c\/strong\u003e until completely dissolved.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"sn\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutoclave at \u003cstrong\u003e121 °C (15 psi)\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong\u003e15 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e. Do not over-autoclave; excessive heating degrades pyruvate and starch.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"sn\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCool in a 45–50 °C water bath. Pour \u003cstrong\u003e15–20 mL per 90 mm Petri dish\u003c\/strong\u003e under sterile conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"sn\"\u003e5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow plates to solidify on a level surface. Dry at 37 °C for 30–45 min (or RT overnight) before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eIncubation \u0026amp; Counting\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-incub\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"au-incub-box\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eStandard — ISO 6222 \/ Ph. Eur.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"temp\"\u003e20–28 °C\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"days\"\u003eIncubate \u003cstrong\u003e5–7 days\u003c\/strong\u003e. Count ALL visible colonies.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"au-incub-box\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eAccelerated (where specified)\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"temp\"\u003e35–37 °C\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"days\"\u003eIncubate \u003cstrong\u003e44–72 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e. Count ALL visible colonies.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-note\"\u003e\n    Count all visible colonies regardless of size, colour, or morphology. Report as CFU\/mL.\n    Do not use for coliform enumeration — R2A Agar is non-selective for coliforms.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eQuality Specifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAppearance (powder)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHomogeneous; no lumps or colour change\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH (prepared, 25 °C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.0 – 7.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Promotion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePseudomonas aeruginosa\u003c\/em\u003e ATCC 9027 — good growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Promotion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eStaphylococcus aureus\u003c\/em\u003e ATCC 6538 — good growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInhibition Test\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable (non-selective medium)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSterility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrepared medium negative after 14-day incubation at 30–35 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eTechnical References\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReasoner \u0026amp; Geldreich (1985). \u003cem\u003eAppl. Environ. Microbiol.\u003c\/em\u003e 49(1):1–7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISO Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISO 6222:1999 — Water quality: Enumeration of culturable micro-organisms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePharmacopoeial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePh. Eur. 11th Ed. 2.6.12 — Microbiological Examination of Non-Sterile Products (Medium S)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAPHA\/AWWA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Methods for Examination of Water \u0026amp; Wastewater, 9215 B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS EPA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEPA Method 1604 (selected applications)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-disclaimer\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eAuSaMicS Pty Ltd\u003c\/strong\u003e (ABN 56 676 640 467) · 31 Longview CT, Thomastown VIC 3074, Australia ·\n    support@ausamics.com · +61 412 520 598 · www.ausamics.com.au\u003cbr\u003e\n    This Technical Data Sheet is provided for informational purposes only. Specifications are subject to change\n    without notice. For the most current version visit www.ausamics.com.au.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-panel\" id=\"au-r2a-sds\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-warn\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eSafety Data Sheet — GHS Format (Australian WHS Regulations)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    This SDS is prepared in accordance with the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Regulations and the\n    Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), 7th Revision.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION 1 --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eSection 1 — Identification\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR2A Agar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOther Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReasoner's 2A Agar; ISO 6222 Medium; Ph. Eur. Medium S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCatalog No.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAS-1337\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntended Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicrobiological culture medium for laboratory use only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuSaMicS Pty Ltd, 31 Longview CT, Thomastown VIC 3074, Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+61 412 520 598\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003esupport@ausamics.com\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmergency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoisons Information Centre: 13 11 26 (Australia, 24 h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION 2 --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eSection 2 — Hazard Identification\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGHS Classification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot classified as hazardous\u003c\/strong\u003e under GHS\/WHS Regulations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal Word\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHazard Statements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone allocated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrecautionary Statements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP260, P262, P264, P270, P272, P501\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-ghs-row\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:var(--gx);font-style:italic;\"\u003e\n      No GHS pictograms required. Product is not classified as dangerous goods for transport.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION 3 --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eSection 3 — Composition \/ Information on Ingredients\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-dt\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCAS No.\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProportion (w\/w)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClassification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAgar (bacteriological)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9002-18-0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~82.8%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot classified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYeast Extract\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8013-01-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2.8%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot classified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProteose Peptone No. 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2.8%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot classified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCasein Hydrolysate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65072-00-6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2.8%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot classified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlucose (Dextrose)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50-99-7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2.8%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot classified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarch (Soluble)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9005-84-9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~2.8%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot classified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eK₂HPO₄\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7758-11-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~1.7%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot classified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium Pyruvate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e113-24-6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~1.7%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot classified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMgSO₄ · 7H₂O\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10034-99-8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~0.1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot classified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION 4 --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eSection 4 — First Aid Measures\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInhalation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemove to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical advice.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin Contact\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWash with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. No special treatment required.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye Contact\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRinse with copious water for 15 min, holding eyelids open. Seek medical advice if irritation persists.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIngestion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDo not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water. Seek medical advice. Product has low acute toxicity.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedical Note\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo specific antidote. Treat symptomatically.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION 5 --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eSection 5 — Fire-Fighting Measures\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlash Point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable (non-flammable powder)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtinguishing Media\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCO₂, dry powder, or water spray suitable for surrounding fire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecial Hazards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone known; agar and organic components may smoulder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtective Equipment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelf-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) in enclosed spaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION 6 --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eSection 6 — Accidental Release Measures\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"au-p\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003ePersonal precautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid dust generation. Use appropriate PPE (gloves, dust mask).\n    Ventilate area. \u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental precautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevent entry into drains, waterways, or soil.\n    \u003cstrong\u003eClean-up:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collect dry powder with vacuum or damp cloth. Avoid dry sweeping (dust hazard).\n    Dispose per Section 13.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION 7 --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eSection 7 — Handling and Storage\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle in well-ventilated area. Avoid dust inhalation. Use standard lab PPE. Do not eat or drink during use.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage (dehydrated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–25 °C, dry, away from direct sunlight, tightly closed container\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrepared medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–8 °C, sealed, use within 4 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncompatibilities\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrong oxidising agents; strong acids\/bases\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION 8 --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eSection 8 — Exposure Controls \/ Personal Protection\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOEL \/ TWA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo specific WES established (Safe Work Australia)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngineering Controls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLocal exhaust ventilation where dust generation is possible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRespiratory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP2 dust mask if generating significant dust\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNitrile or latex gloves (EN 374 \/ AS\/NZS 2161)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafety glasses with side shields\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard lab coat and closed footwear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION 9 --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eSection 9 — Physical and Chemical Properties\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-2col\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhysical State\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid (powder)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePale cream to light beige\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOdour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFaint, characteristic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOdour Threshold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot determined\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH (prepared, 25 °C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.2 ± 0.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMelting Point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~84–86 °C (agar melt)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoiling Point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlash Point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolubility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18.12 g\/L on heating; swells in cold water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVapour Pressure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNegligible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION 10 --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eSection 10 — Stability and Reactivity\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStable under recommended storage conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConditions to Avoid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoisture, heat above 40 °C, direct sunlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHazardous Decomposition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCO, CO₂, and nitrogen oxides possible at very high temperatures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolymerisation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWill not occur\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION 11 --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eSection 11 — Toxicological Information\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcute Oral Toxicity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow — components are food-grade or generally regarded as safe (GRAS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin Irritation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot expected to be irritating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye Irritation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDust may cause mild mechanical irritation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensitisation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo known sensitisation effects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarcinogenicity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot classified (IARC, NTP)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReproductive Toxicity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot classified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSTOT (single\/repeat)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot classified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION 12 --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eSection 12 — Ecological Information\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquatic Toxicity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot expected to be harmful at typical spill concentrations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePersistence\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComponents are biodegradable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBioaccumulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot expected\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil Mobility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow (agar immobilises on contact with soil)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION 13 --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eSection 13 — Disposal Considerations\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"au-p\"\u003e\n    Dispose of unused product and contaminated materials in accordance with local,\n    state, and federal regulations. \u003cstrong\u003eAutoclave or chemically inactivate\u003c\/strong\u003e any\n    prepared medium that has been used for culturing micro-organisms before disposal.\n    Contact a licensed waste contractor for large quantities.\n    Do not discharge prepared medium to drains without decontamination.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION 14 --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eSection 14 — Transport Information\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUN Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot regulated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eADG (Australia)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot classified as dangerous goods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIATA \/ ICAO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot restricted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIMDG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot classified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION 15 --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eSection 15 — Regulatory Information\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAICS (Australia)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll components listed on AICS (Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSUSMP (Poisons Schedule)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot scheduled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWHS Regulations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot classified as a hazardous chemical under WHS Regulations 2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eREACH (EU)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComponents comply with REACH Regulation (EC) No. 1907\/2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SECTION 16 --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eSection 16 — Other Information\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSDS Prepared By\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuSaMicS Pty Ltd — Technical \u0026amp; Quality Department\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIssue Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarch 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRevision No.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupersedes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInformation is based on current knowledge and believed to be correct.\n    It does not constitute a guarantee of any specific product quality parameters.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-disclaimer\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eAuSaMicS Pty Ltd\u003c\/strong\u003e (ABN 56 676 640 467) · 31 Longview CT, Thomastown VIC 3074, Australia ·\n    support@ausamics.com · +61 412 520 598 · www.ausamics.com.au\u003cbr\u003e\n    This SDS is prepared in accordance with Australian WHS Regulations and GHS (7th Rev.).\n    For laboratory use only. Not for human, veterinary, food, feed, or pharmaceutical use.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-panel\" id=\"au-r2a-coa\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-2col au-2col-3\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eR2A Agar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCatalog No.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAS-1337\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLot No.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eR2A260301\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturing Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarch 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRetest Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarch 2028\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicrobiological \/ Analytical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISO 6222:1999 · Ph. Eur. 11th Ed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eDocument Info\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"au-kv\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCOA No.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCOA-AS-1337-L001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIssue Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarch 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIssued By\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuSaMicS Quality Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTest Method Ref.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISO 6222 · Ph. Eur. 2.6.12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-sh\"\u003eTest Results\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"au-dt\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eTest Parameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eMethod\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eResult\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eStatus\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAppearance (powder)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eHomogeneous, free-flowing powder; cream to light beige\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eVisual\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eConforms\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pass\"\u003ePASS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eColour (prepared medium)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eClear to slightly opalescent; light amber\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eVisual\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eConforms\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pass\"\u003ePASS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003epH (prepared, 25 °C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e7.0 – 7.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003ePotentiometry (ISO 10523)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e7.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pass\"\u003ePASS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eGel Strength (prepared)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eFirm, clear gel; no syneresis\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eVisual — plate inspection\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eFirm, clear\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pass\"\u003ePASS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eLoss on Drying\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e≤ 7.0% w\/w\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e105 °C \/ 2 h (gravimetric)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e3.8%\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pass\"\u003ePASS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSolubility\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eComplete dissolution at boiling (18.12 g\/L)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSuspension + heating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eComplete\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pass\"\u003ePASS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eGrowth Promotion — \u003cem\u003ePseudomonas aeruginosa\u003c\/em\u003e ATCC 9027\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eRecovery ≥ 70% vs. reference medium; good growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eISO 6222 growth promotion\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eRecovery 94%\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pass\"\u003ePASS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eGrowth Promotion — \u003cem\u003eStaphylococcus aureus\u003c\/em\u003e ATCC 6538\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eRecovery ≥ 70% vs. reference medium; good growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eISO 6222 growth promotion\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eRecovery 89%\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pass\"\u003ePASS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eGrowth Promotion — \u003cem\u003eMicrococcus luteus\u003c\/em\u003e ATCC 9341\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eGood growth; visible colonies at 48 h (28 °C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003ePh. Eur. 2.6.12 growth test\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eGood growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pass\"\u003ePASS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSterility (prepared medium)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eNo growth at 14 days (30–35 °C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eIncubation sterility check\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eNo growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pass\"\u003ePASS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eHomogeneity (powder)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eNo clumping; uniform particle distribution\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eVisual \/ sieve test\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eUniform\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pass\"\u003ePASS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eISO 6222 Compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eFull conformance with ISO 6222:1999 formula and performance criteria\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eCompositional + performance review\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eConforms\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"conform\"\u003eCONFORM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-note\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lot R2A260301 has been tested against all specifications and fully\n    meets the requirements of ISO 6222:1999 and Ph. Eur. 11th Edition Medium S.\n    This lot is \u003cstrong\u003eRELEASED for use\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-signoff\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"au-sig-box\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-sig-name\"\u003eQuality Control Analyst\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-sig-role\"\u003eAuSaMicS Quality Control Department\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-sig-date\"\u003eDate: March 2026  |  Signature: _______________\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"au-sig-box\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-sig-name\"\u003eQuality Manager\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-sig-role\"\u003eAuSaMicS Pty Ltd\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"au-sig-date\"\u003eDate: March 2026  |  Signature: _______________\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"au-disclaimer\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eAuSaMicS Pty Ltd\u003c\/strong\u003e (ABN 56 676 640 467) warrants that this product meets the specifications\n    stated in this Certificate of Analysis at the time of manufacture and release.\n    This product is for laboratory and research use only. AuSaMicS Pty Ltd shall not be held liable for\n    any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from use outside its intended application.\n    By using this product the purchaser agrees to these terms. ·\n    31 Longview CT, Thomastown VIC 3074, Australia · support@ausamics.com · +61 412 520 598 · www.ausamics.com.au\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/.au-panels --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══════════════════════ FOOTER ═══════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"au-footer\"\u003e\n  AuSaMicS Pty Ltd  ·  ABN 56 676 640 467  · \n  31 Longview CT, Thomastown VIC 3074, Australia  · \n  support@ausamics.com  ·  +61 412 520 598  ·  www.ausamics.com.au\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!-- \/#au-r2a-wrap --\u003e","brand":"Ausamics Life Science","offers":[{"title":"100 g","offer_id":48293215961343,"sku":"AS-1337-100G","price":29.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 g","offer_id":48293215994111,"sku":"AS-1337-500G","price":77.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/1087\/0271\/files\/R2AAgar_Ph.Eur.MediumS_WaterTestingMedia.png?v=1773646765","url":"https:\/\/ausamics.com.au\/products\/r2a-agar-ph-eur-medium-s","provider":"AuSaMicS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}