VL60203
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Product Description

VL6 is a complex medium for cultivation of Discoideum dictyostelium based on Vegetable Peptone.

Formedium Ltd have recognised the need for a range of meat-free products. This has led to the development of VL6, an animal component free alternative medium compared to traditional Dicty media such as HL5 and HL5C.

VL6 is composed of a Vegetable peptone providing high molecular weight peptides and proteins as a nitrogen source. Yeast Extract is a source of vitamins, co-factors and carbohydrates. A Phosphate buffer is present to inhibit acidification of the medium during cell growth.

As most vegetable peptones contain almost no Tryptophane VL6 is supplemented with an extra quantity of this amino acid and some other amino acids. Essential trace elements and vitamins as present in FM and SIH media are added for those Dicty cultures needing additional nutritionals for starting up vigorous growth or protein synthesis.

Suspend 23.95g in 1L of Distilled or De-ionised Water.

Components

 
Vegetable Peptone 10 g/L
Yeast extract 7 g/L
Potassium Dihydrogen Phosphate 1.2 g/L
Disodium Hydrogen Phosphate 0.35 g/L
Trace elements 0.1 g/L
VL6 Amino acid supplement 5.3 g/L
23.95

The materials used in the production are in compliance with the European Directive 75/318/EEC as amended by Directive 1999/82/EC.

Therefore Formedium takes the position that this product is free of any risk in terms of Bovine Spongiform Encephalothy (BSE) or Transmissibe Spongiform Encephalopathy (TSE).

HYGROSCOPIC Store at Room Temperature

DO NOT BREATHE DUST Keep Container Tightly Closed

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Size: 6 x 1kg
  • 6 x 1kg
  • 1kg
  • 250g
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What culture media do you supply?
We supply powdered culture media for use in academic and industrial research projects. Our range includes widely used formulations as well as custom blends tailored to your specific requirements.
Can I order a custom formulation?
Yes – custom dry powder media is one of our core specialisms. Whether you're standardising an internally developed culture or need to create something entirely new, we will work with you to create a bespoke solution.
Who do you work with?
Our customers include university laboratories, research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, microbreweries and industrial labs around the world. We also support niche sectors such as fermentation and fungi cultivation.
Where are your products manufactured?
All of our media is manufactured at our purpose-built facility in the UK, under strict quality control procedures. We’re ISO 9001 certified and committed to environmental best practices.
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We aim to dispatch standard orders within 2 to 4 working days. For custom formulations, lead times vary depending on complexity – we’ll confirm timings during the quote process.
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“Formedium has been a long-term supplier of media products to our fermentation facility. From day one, their product quality and customer service has been second to none. Impressively, their outstanding service has always been delivered alongside competitive pricing and a sense of that personal touch. Formedium have even formulated and packaged media, specifically for our needs, and their technical support has always been on hand when needed.”
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