Potato Dextrose Agar (PDA) – Powder Medium for Yeast and Mold Enumeration

Product Overview

Potato Dextrose Agar (PDA) is a dehydrated solid culture medium developed for the enumeration of yeasts and molds.
The formulation contains potato starch, dextrose, and agar, providing a suitable growth environment and firm gel structure for fungal colony development.

This medium does not contain chloramphenicol, making it appropriate for applications requiring antibiotic-free conditions.
Supplied as a powder, PDA offers long shelf life, consistent results, and convenient preparation for routine laboratory use.

Key Features

• Designed for yeast and mold enumeration

• Contains potato starch (4 g/L), dextrose, and agar

• Antibiotic-free formulation

• Dehydrated powder format for easy handling

• Suitable for routine microbiological testing

Applications

• Yeast counting

• Mold counting

• Fungal enumeration

• Microbiological quality control and research