If you regularly use XLT4, you may already know that many labs are currently experiencing limited access to it due to ongoing supply issues with Tergitol-4 (the key selective agent used in the preparation of this medium).
CHROMagar™ Salmonella Plus: The best reliable alternative.
Designed for clinical and food testing, CHROMagar™ Salmonella Plus provides fast and clear results even with challenging sample matrices. Its detection of Salmonella species is more reliable than with XLT4 and comes with several additional advantages:
- In accordance with ISO-6579.
- Also detects lactose-positive Salmonella strains.
- Better selectivity, minimizing background flora.
- Improved colony identification through intense color.
- Fast results, available after 18 to 24 hours of incubation.
- Convenient format, featuring a medium base and included supplement, ready for hydration, mixing, and use.
- Easy to adopt, integrating perfectly into existing workflows.
Comparison of sample growth on XLT4 and CHROMagar™ Salmonella Plus. The enhanced color differentiation on CHROMagar™ Salmonella Plus allows for easier identification of Salmonella colonies and improved distinction from background flora.
Our medium’s performance is not only trusted in the field, but solid scientific data also backs it. Visit the product page and explore all supporting publications, studies and full performance reports.
Recent outbreaks keep Salmonella in the spotlight
Reliable detection is more important than ever, as recent foodborne Salmonella outbreaks continue to impact consumer health, damage brand reputation, and incur significant costs for affected companies.
- May 2025 – Cucumbers FDA
- April 2025 – Backyard Poultry CDC
- March 2025 – Sprouted Seeds ECDC
- January 2025 – Mini pastries (1,600+ infected) CBC
- May 2024 – Bánh mì outbreak WPSAR
- January 2024 – Charcuterie meats CDC
Explore our comprehensive range of chromogenic culture media, specifically designed to support food safety and quality.
