Sponge BP237SPG

1.5 x 3 inch dry sponge can be used with a wide range buffers and enrichment media and in dry-only environments Simplified packaging convenience, including sponge, sample bag and gloves, minimizes handling and preparation and reduces waste 5 x 9 inch sample bag with 18 oz/0.53 L capacity and included for safe handling and convenient transportation to lab Biocide-free sponge does not affect organism viability Decontaminated through gamma irradiation to maintain aseptic conditions 3M™ Dry-Sponge with Glove is a biocide-free cellulose sponge that includes two polyethylene gloves and a sample bag. Cellulose is an ideal sampling material for monitoring for the presence of food-borne pathogens and meets specifications for sample collection of the Rules and Regulations of the Federal Register (Vol 61, No. 144, 1996). The durable sponge is biocide-free and will not affect organism viability. It is decontaminated through gamma irradiation to maintain aseptic conditions. As a dry sponge, this product can be used with any number of in-house or pre-mixed buffers and sampling solutions to meet the testing needs at the time the sample is taken. It is suitable for use in dry-only facilities where dry sampling is required. The cellulose material is highly absorbent and will effectively hold the sample without excess dripping. Two polyethylene gloves are included for convenience, safety and to help preserve sample integrity. The sponge also comes with a 3M™ Sample Bag to hold it after sampling for safe, convenient transportation to the lab. The 5 x 9 inch bag holds up to 18 oz/0.53 L.