An Exclusive Weber Product: Hsu's Lactobacillus and Pediococcus (HLP) Medium
Weber Brand Hsu’s Lactobacillus and Pediococcus (HLP) Medium is used for the differentiation of spoilage bacteria in brewery environments, selection and enumeration of Lactobacillus and Pediococcus species while inhibiting the growth of brewing culture yeast. HLP Medium is a simple and effective method to screen for the most common spoilage bacteria found in a brewery environment. HLP medium reduces screening time for common brewery spoilage organisms. Dehydrated formula eliminates autoclave requirements for cost-effective preparation. Sign in to your account or contact your sales rep for organizational pricing.
Product Details
- Conforms to American Society of Brewing Chemists standard methods and formulation.
- Results in as little as 48 hours
- Medium can be prepared without the use of a sterilizer or autoclave
- Species of bacteria can be identified based on colony morphology
- Dehydrated media can be prepared as a semi-broth or agar*
Package Quantity: Contains 500 g dehydrated media. Prepares approximately 500 culture tubes.
Note: To prepare HLP medium in agar form, a separate addition of bacteriological grade agar is needed (sold separately). Bacteriological agar can be found at the link below.
Frequently asked questions
Can HLP medium be used for non-brewing applications?
HLP is specifically formulated for Lactobacillus and Pediococcus detection in brewing. Consult technical data sheet for other applications.
Do I need an autoclave to prepare HLP medium?
No. HLP medium can be prepared as semi-broth without autoclaving.
How long until results are visible?
Results can appear in as little as 48 hours.
How much medium can I prepare from one package?
One 500g package prepares approximately 500 culture tubes.
