Agarose Supplier in Malaysia for Electrophoresis
Agarose supplier for molecular-biology laboratories, biotechnology processes and technical formulation buyers in Malaysia. This purified gel-forming material is supplied as white to off-white powder and is selected for electrophoresis and separation work by gel performance, purity and method requirements.
Commercial options include molecular biology grade for routine DNA and RNA gels, low-EEO grades for methods sensitive to electroendosmosis, low-melting-point agarose and process material for preparing specialised gels or matrices. Each option should be matched to the buyer's protocol rather than treated as one interchangeable specification.
Laboratories use agarose for analytical electrophoresis and nucleic acid recovery, while biotechnology operations may specify it for separation, immobilisation and gel-matrix preparation. Selected personal-care formulations also use specified agarose for gelling or viscosity control. Agarose is distinct from agar agar, ready-made gels, beads and formulated hydrocolloid blends.
Send the required grade, application, gel-performance specification, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation, delivery route and timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 9012-36-6
- Grade
- molecular-biology, low-EEO, low-melting-point, process
- Appearance
- white to off-white powder
Agarose grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molecular biology grade agarose | white to off-white powder | — | Routine DNA and RNA gel electrophoresis where the buyer specifies gel strength, clarity, electroendosmosis and the fragment range used in the laboratory method. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Low-EEO agarose | purified powder with controlled electroendosmosis | — | Electrophoresis and related separation work where electroendosmosis must be controlled against the laboratory's method or reference grade. State the required EEO limit rather than assuming one universal grade. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Low-melting-point agarose | modified agarose powder for lower-temperature gel handling | — | Nucleic acid recovery, cell embedding and other molecular-biology methods that call for a lower melting or gelling profile than standard agarose. Include the protocol and required temperature profile in the enquiry. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Process grade agarose | powder specified for gel or matrix preparation | — | Biotechnology processing and manufacture of agarose-based separation or immobilisation matrices where the production specification defines purity, gel performance and particle-free clarity requirements. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy agarose from ChemTrade
Request a quote for agarose
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | white to off-white powder | — |
| CAS number | 9012-36-6 | — |
| Thermal behaviour | forms a thermoreversible gel after dissolution in heated water and cooling | — |
| Grade controls | gel strength, electroendosmosis, sulphate, moisture, clarity and melting or gelling temperature declared for the quoted grade | — |
Agarose applications
Safety and handling
Store sealed in a cool, dry place and protect the powder from moisture and contamination. Minimise airborne dust during handling and follow the safety information for the quoted grade.
Common questions about agarose
Is agarose the same as agar or agar agar?
No. Agarose is a purified gel-forming fraction associated with agar, while agar or agar agar is a broader hydrocolloid product with different composition, grades and common uses. They should not be treated as interchangeable in an electrophoresis or biotechnology specification.
Which agarose grade is suitable for routine DNA or RNA electrophoresis?
Molecular biology grade is the usual starting point, but the suitable option depends on fragment range, required clarity, gel strength, EEO and the laboratory protocol. Send the method or current reference grade so those parameters can be matched in the quotation.
What is low-EEO agarose?
Low-EEO agarose is controlled for reduced electroendosmosis during electrophoresis. Buyers should state the EEO limit and test basis required by their method because the term alone does not define every performance parameter.
When is low-melting-point agarose requested?
It is commonly selected when a protocol requires a gel that can be handled or melted at lower temperatures, including nucleic acid recovery and embedding work. Specify the required melting and gelling profile and confirm compatibility with the complete method.
What specifications should be included in an agarose enquiry?
State the grade, gel strength method, EEO limit, sulphate or moisture limits, clarity, melting or gelling temperature, quantity and intended application. A reference specification helps distinguish routine electrophoresis material from specialised molecular-biology or process grades.
Does this page cover agarose beads, ready-made gels or agar blends?
No. This page covers agarose powder and named agarose grades. Agarose beads, pre-cast gels, formulated blends and agar agar are different commercial products, so identify those separately if they are required.
What packing and documents can be requested for agarose?
Include the preferred pack format and any specification sheet, safety data sheet, batch certificate or other approval document in the enquiry. Packing and document availability are confirmed for the grade being quoted.
How is agarose price quoted in Malaysia?
Price depends on molecular-biology or process grade, specialised performance requirements, quantity and packing. Send these details with the delivery location for a quotation with a stated validity period.