1270548

Fetal Bovine Serum

United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

• Synonym(s): FBS, FCS, sera, serum
• MDL number: MFCD00132239
• UNSPSC Code: 41116107
• NACRES: NA.24

Properties

• grade: pharmaceutical primary standard
• form: liquid
• manufacturer/tradename: USP
• application(s): pharmaceutical (small molecule)
• format: neat
• storage temp.: −20°C

Description

General description

Fetal Bovine Serum is a complex mixture of growth factors, proteins, and nutrients essential for the cultivation of eukaryotic cells. It supports reproducibility in bioprocessing and cell-based assays in pharmaceutical research and manufacturing.

The USP biologics proteins category provides critical standards and reference materials necessary for the development and manufacturing of therapeutic proteins. These proteins, which can be naturally derived or genetically engineered, are essential in treating various diseases and conditions, ensuring that they meet quality, safety, and efficacy standards.

The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) provides quality standards for biologics to ensure their safety, efficacy, and quality throughout the manufacturing process. These standards assist manufacturers in adhering to regulatory requirements and help safeguard public health by reducing risks associated with biologics.

Analysis Note

• Endotoxin and hemoglobin tested

These products are for test and assay use only. They are not meant for administration to humans or animals and cannot be used to diagnose, treat, or cure diseases of any kind.  ​

Other Notes

This product is part of the USP Biologics program.

This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including MSDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia. For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.

Sales restrictions may apply.

Safety Information

• Storage Class Code: 10 - Combustible liquids
• WGK: WGK 3
• Flash Point(F): Not applicable
• Flash Point(C): Not applicable