Plasmid Cloning Kits and Reagents
Essential tools for plasmid-based cloning, transformation, and analysis.
Plasmid cloning is a cornerstone of genetic engineering and synthetic biology. It enables the insertion and propagation of DNA sequences in circular plasmid vectors for research, therapeutic development, and industrial applications. Today’s cloning workflows demand high performance, flexibility, and reproducibility—MP Biomedicals delivers.
What’s in Your Cloning Workflow?
Cloning Vectors
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pUC18 – High-copy number; blue-white screening via lacZα; Ampicillin resistance.
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pBR322 – Dual antibiotic selection (Ampicillin, Tetracycline); moderate copy number.
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MCS-enabled Vectors – Designed for flexible restriction enzyme-based cloning strategies
Transformation Reagents
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LB and SOC Media – Formulated for robust bacterial growth and plasmid recovery.
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Antibiotics for Selection – Choose from Ampicillin, Kanamycin, Chloramphenicol, and more.
Plasmid Purification Kits
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SPINeasy® Miniprep Kit – Quick prep with up to 20 µg of high-purity DNA in 25 minutes.
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SPINeasy® Midiprep Kit – Scaled-up yield (up to 1 mg) for mid-throughput applications.
Insert Verification Tools
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Expert resources for gel electrophoresis, restriction digestion, and sequencing.
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Ensure integrity with reliable insert confirmation and plasmid QC guidance.
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