High-quality New Zealand-origin FBS from disease-free, traceable livestock systems.
TCS Biosciences supplies New Zealand-origin Foetal Bovine Serum from Auckland BioSciences, a specialist manufacturer of animal-derived biological products. New Zealand's geographic isolation and strict biosecurity controls provide a strong foundation for high-quality serum sourcing.
Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) is a nutrient-rich supplement widely used in cell culture media to support the growth, maintenance and proliferation of mammalian cells. It contains essential growth factors, proteins, hormones, vitamins and trace elements required for cell culture applications.
Why choose this product?
Auckland BioSciences products are 100% sourced and manufactured in New Zealand. They operate under ISO 9001:2015 certification and New Zealand traceability systems, allowing us to track products back to the farm.
Key features
- 100% New Zealand sourced and manufactured
- Triple 0.1 µm sterile filtered
- ISO 9001:2015 / ISO 13485:2016 certified manufacturing systems
- Traceability systems designed for export readiness
- Sourced from a country recognised for strict biosecurity controls
- Suitable for cell culture, diagnostics and research applications
Applications
- Cell culture media supplementation
- Sensitive research applications requiring defined origin
- Diagnostic reagent development
- Biotechnology and life science research
- Batch-sensitive workflows requiring traceability
Pack sizes and availability
- Standard formats available
- Bulk quantities available on request
- Heat-inactivated supply available where required
- Samples available for suitability testing
- Batch reservations available for supply continuity
Quality and documentation
It's important to Auckland Bio that they ensure tp keep their promises and commitments to customers and partners - and their quality procedures help them to achieve this.
They are ISO9001:2015 certified and independently audited against this and MPI standards to enable them to operate our premises and export to our customers.
These standards are based on HACCP principles and with audits and site visits conducted by authorised staff from the Ministry for Primary Industries.
Other Products Available
Adult Bovine Serum
Our Sterile Filtered Adult Bovine Serum is filtered to 0.2µm and is filtered under the same sterile conditions as our Sterile Filtered Foetal Bovine Serum.
Newborn Calf Serum
Newborn Calf Serum (NBCS) provides a cost-efficient alternative to Foetal Bovine Serum. Collected within 20 days post-partum, NBCS is used across a diverse range of applications including cell culture and organ preservation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the shelf life of Auckland Bio FBS?
When stored correctly in a frozen state, FBS typically has a shelf life of up to 5 years from the date of manufacture. Always refer to the product Certificate of Analysis and product label for specific expiry information.
What does heat inactivation do?
Heat inactivation reduces complement activity within the serum. While useful for some applications, excessive heating can reduce the activity of growth-promoting factors and other sensitive components.
Why choose New Zealand origin FBS?
New Zealand is recognised for its strict animal health standards, traceability systems and low incidence of bovine diseases. These factors help provide researchers with high-quality, reliable serum for cell culture applications.
What is New Zealand Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS)?
New Zealand Fetal Bovine Serum (FBS) is a premium-quality cell culture supplement collected from bovine fetuses sourced from New Zealand. It is widely used in research, biopharmaceutical development and cell culture applications due to its rich content of growth factors, hormones, proteins and nutrients that support cell growth and viability.
Is the serum traceable?
Yes. New Zealand FBS is fully traceable from collection through processing and final packaging, providing confidence in product origin and quality.
Can I reserve a specific lot number?
Yes. Lot reservation programmes are often available to help maintain consistency across long-term research projects and manufacturing processes.
How can I request a quotation or sample?
Contact the TCS Biosciences team with your required volume, application and specification requirements. Our team can recommend the most suitable serum and provide pricing and availability information.
Discuss Your Requirements
Contact us to discuss New Zealand-origin FBS availability, documentation or suitability testing.
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