p-hydroxybenzoic acid, methyl ester; methyl paraben; nipagen; Lexgard M
Drosophila anti-fungal agent or mold inhibitor used in conjunction with Drosophila Insect Diet (Caltech). Used as a fly food preservative. Odorless, tasteless and non-toxic (sanctioned for food use), Tegosept is active at low concentrations against a broad spectrum of microorganisms.
Drosophila Diet Medium
1. Dissolve 226.53 grams Drosophila Diet Medium (Powder) D9600-07 per liter of distilled/ deionized water, heating to boiling with stirring until completely solubilized. 2. Allow to cool to 80°C. 3. Add in while stirring antifungal agents: Tegosept (0.07-2%/L) or Propionic Acid Mix (11.7ml/L). Note: both can be added for additional fungal protection or to eliminate sporadic mold problems. 4. Dispense into appropriate containers, store at 4ºC in the dark.
Synonyms
p-hydroxybenzoic acid, methyl ester; methyl paraben; nipagen; Lexgard M
Molecular Formula
C8H8O3 (10% p-hydroxybenzoic acid in 95% EtOH)
Appearance
White crystalline powder
Residue on Ignition
≤0.5%