Oral Biofilm (Dental Plaque) Growth Medium, Mucin-Based BZ656
Product Code: BZ656
Manufacturer: Biochemazone
Available Pack Sizes: 500 mL, 1 L, 5 L
Custom Bulk Quantities Available
Product Overview
Biochemazone Oral Biofilm Growth Medium BZ656 is a mucin-based artificial saliva medium for growing dental plaque biofilms in the laboratory. Mucin gives the bacteria the glycoproteins they break down in the mouth, so multi-species plaque communities grow in a way that is closer to natural plaque than in standard broths.
The medium follows the general approach of published mucin-based oral biofilm media: porcine gastric mucin with peptones, yeast extract, potassium chloride, cysteine, haemin and vitamin K, at a pH of about 7.0 (range 6.8–7.2). Mucin, the peptones and haemin are animal-derived. A sucrose type is offered for cariogenic (acid-producing) biofilm models.
The medium is sterilised during manufacture; check sterility before inoculation. Published recipes vary, so check the components against your model, and we can supply your own recipe. Each batch is prepared with ISO 3696 compliant high-purity water under Biochemazone’s ISO 9001 / GMP quality system.
Key Features & Benefits
✅ Mucin-Based – Glycoprotein source like saliva
✅ pH About 7.0 – Range 6.8–7.2
✅ Plaque Communities – Multi-species and single-species biofilms
✅ Sucrose Type – For caries and acid-production models
✅ Ready-to-Use – No mucin handling or autoclaving
✅ Up to 5 L – For flow cells and bioreactors
✅ ISO 3696 Grade Water – Prepared using high-purity laboratory water
✅ Made in Canada – Manufactured under ISO 9001 / GMP quality systems
Applications
🦷 Plaque Biofilm Models
• Multi-species dental plaque biofilms
• Flow-cell and constant-depth film fermenter models
• Microcosm plaque from saliva inocula
🪥 Oral-Care Testing
• Antiplaque toothpaste and mouthwash tests
• Biofilm on dental materials and implants
🔬 Research
• Caries and periodontal microbiology
• Anti-biofilm compound screening
Usage Areas
- Oral microbiology laboratories
- Oral-care product manufacturers
- Dental materials laboratories
- Contract test laboratories
- Universities and dental schools
Typical Properties
- Appearance: Slightly cloudy, light-brown liquid
- pH: about 7.0 (range 6.8–7.2)
- Composition: Porcine gastric mucin, peptones, yeast extract, potassium chloride, cysteine, haemin and vitamin K; sucrose in the cariogenic type
- Biological Status: Contains animal-derived components; no live organisms
Storage & Stability
- Storage Temperature: 2–30 °C
- Shelf Life: 1 year for unopened bottles
- Shipping: Room temperature
- Best kept at 2–8 °C for prolonged storage and stability of the mucin, peptone and yeast extract components; storage at 2–30 °C is fine for short-term use
- Protect from light; mix gently before use
Customization Options
- Your published recipe
- Other sucrose or glucose levels
- Defined (peptone-free) mucin medium
- Powder versions
Ordering Information
BZ656 is available in standard laboratory sizes or OEM/bulk supply formats.
📄 MSDS, Technical Datasheet, and Certificate of Analysis (CoA) available upon request
📧 Email: info@biochemazone.com
🌐 Website: www.biochemazone.com
⚠️ For research and product testing only. Contains animal-derived ingredients. Not for veterinary or human therapeutic use.
