Parameter

Specification

description

Cream to brown coloured free flowing powder

Identification

Gram positive rod of varied shapes,usually somewhat curved /clubbed and often branched .

Moisture content

Not more than 5.0%

Standard concentration

20/50/100 billion spores /gm

Pathogens:

Escherichia coli

Should be absent / 10 gm

Salmonella species

Should be absent / 10 gm

Staphylococcus aureus

Should be absent / gm

Pseudomnas aeruginesa

Should be absent / gm

Yeast & mould count

Less than 50 cfu/ gm

Shelf life

24 months when stored properly

Storage condition

Cool and dry place away from moisture

Exeepients/ diluents

Lactose/ maltodextrine/dextrose