Petrifilm E. coli/Coliform Count Plate, 500-Case (SKU: 6414)

The 3M Petrifilm E. coli/Coliform Count Plate provides a reliable, ready-to-use system for the simultaneous detection and enumeration of E. coli and coliform bacteria. Ideal for quality control laboratories in food and beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, and environmental testing applications, these plates streamline microbiological testing workflows while delivering consistent, accurate results. The convenient film-based format eliminates the need for traditional agar preparation, reducing labor time and potential contamination risks.

• Contains 500 plates per case for high-volume laboratory testing requirements
• Simultaneous enumeration of both E. coli (blue colonies with gas) and total coliforms (red and blue colonies with gas) on a single plate
• Results available in 24-48 hours at 35°C incubation
• AOAC Official Methods validated for multiple food matrices and environmental samples
• Ready-to-use format requires only 1 mL sample inoculation—no media preparation needed
• Compact design optimizes incubator space and simplifies sample storage and documentation