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Re: mold resistant media



Hello Michael,

Nipagin (methyl parahydroxy benzoate) can be safely used at 0.1% or
less. Try how low you can go, without mold taking over.

Best,

George


whatever wrote:
> 
> Is the media from Carolina Biological containing methylparabenze ( a mold
> retardent) safe for rearing friut flies that will be fed to killies? I am
> tired of moldy cultures...they stink.
> 
> Michael Gray
> 161 SmithBallard #3
> Richmond, Ky 40475
> whatever at ipro_net

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