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Latest revision as of 19:36, 23 July 2026

Description

This Volatile Fatty Acid (VFA) solution is a supplement used in a variety of anaerobic media formulations.

Recipe

Component Volume for 5X Stock Solution
deionized water 30 mL
isobutyric acid 1 mL
n-valeric acid 1 mL
isovaleric acid 1 mL
DL-α-methylbutyric acid 1 mL

Add to a mixing vessel sequentially, pH to 7.0 with 1 M sodium hydroxide, then bring to a final volume of 100 mL with water. Filter sterilize and store at -20 °C.

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