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3M Swab-Sampler with 4 mL Letheen Broth RS9604LET

3M / Neogen Swab-Sampler with 4 mL Letheen Broth RS9604LET

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RS9604LET
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100 Swab-Samplers

Expected release date is 30th Apr 2026

3M / Neogen Swab-Sampler RS9604LET — Sterile swab-in-vial with 4 mL Letheen Broth for environmental sampling (Case/100)
Environmental sampling over small surface areas, Letheen Broth for quat neutralization, ample headspace for vortex mixing, gamma irradiated, ISO 9001:2008, intended for lab use only
Overview
The 3M / Neogen Swab-Sampler with 4 mL Letheen Broth (RS9604LET) is a convenient, quick collection device for environmental sampling and testing over small surface areas. Sample collection is simplified with the attached swab, and the vial provides ample headspace for sample addition and vortexing to help release organisms from the swab during processing.
Why it matters (neutralization + repeatability)
  • Designed for quat environments: The product page notes the primary use of Letheen Broth is to neutralize the bactericidal action of quaternary ammonium compounds (quats), supporting more accurate recovery where quat residues may be present.
  • Small-area precision: Ideal for seams, corners, gaskets, hinges, and other targeted sites that drive trend signals.
  • Processing-friendly: Headspace supports vortex mixing to improve organism release from the swab for more consistent lab handling.
  • Program discipline: Self-contained swab + vial format helps reduce operator variability and supports traceable sampling routines.
What’s included (published)
  • SKU / Model: RS9604LET
  • Available Quantity Option: Case
  • Case Unit: 100 Swab-Samplers Per Case
  • Media / volume: 4 mL Letheen Broth
  • Format: Attached swab with vial headspace for sample addition and vortexing
Sterility & quality statements (published): Decontaminated through gamma irradiation for long shelf life; made in the USA; ISO 9001:2008 certified for quality assurance; intended for lab use only.
HACCP context (published)
The product page notes the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) approach is widely accepted worldwide and that sample collection products help identify potential food-borne hazards and pinpoint where they reside. Portability, stable enrichment media, and easy-to-handle swabs/sponges are designed to deliver accurate results and secure transport to the lab.
About Letheen Broth (published)
The page states Letheen Broth is primarily used to neutralize the bactericidal action of quaternary ammonium compounds and for determining the phenol co-efficient of cationic surfactants per the recommendation by the Official Methods of Analysis of the Association of Official Analytical Chemists (AOAC). It is also used in hygiene swabbing practices where neutralizing quaternary ammonium compounds is required.
Key features and benefits (published)
  • Letheen Broth vial is ready to use for pathogen testing of environmental samples.
  • Swab reaches into corners and hard-to-reach areas for increased accuracy.
  • Convenient design helps improve sampling consistency from tech-to-tech and plant-to-plant.
  • Bottles have ample headspace for sample addition and vortexing.
  • Self-contained cleanroom swab and vial for increased productivity and efficiency.
Documents (published)
  • Swab-Sampler - Product Instructions
  • Swab-Sampler with Letheen Broth - Product MSDS
Recommended pairings (common workflow add-ons)
  • Large-area coverage: Use hydrated sponges for broad panels and tables, then reserve swab samplers for seams, gaskets, hinges, and precision points.
  • Infrastructure zones: Pair with sponge-sticks for drains, framework recesses, and other harborage points where swabs are inefficient.
  • Controlled-area support: Reinforce adjacent controlled spaces (QA labs, controlled staging) with Texwipe cleanroom wipers and swabs to reduce recontamination risk around verification activities.
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Environmental Monitoring Quat Neutralization Small Surface Areas Chain-of-Custody
When Letheen Broth is the right choice
Your sanitation chemistry determines your sampling risk. If a facility relies heavily on quaternary ammonium compounds (quats), residual quat film can suppress recovery at the point of collection. The product page states the primary use of Letheen Broth is to neutralize the bactericidal action of quats and that it is also used in hygiene swabbing practices where quat neutralization is required. Operationally, selecting the right medium is how you reduce “chemical bias” and protect the truthfulness of your trends.
Swab-in-vial formats are built for repeatable handling
In many investigations, variability is the enemy: different technicians sample different areas, apply different pressure, or handle transport differently. A swab-in-vial device supports consistency because the swab and medium are already paired and sealed. The RS9604LET vial also provides ample headspace for sample addition and vortexing to help release organisms from the swab during processing.
ISO-first execution: the four controls that keep data defendable
  • Location control: Assign fixed location IDs (equipment, station, seam/gasket line) and do not drift over time.
  • Area control: Use defined sampling areas (templates where feasible) so results can be compared.
  • Technique control: Standardize strokes and pressure—especially in corners and tight interfaces.
  • Timing control: Sample consistently (post-clean, pre-start, mid-run, end-of-run) so trends map to operations.
Published configuration and audit-ready notes
RS9604LET ships as 100 Swab-Samplers per case and is positioned as a quick collection device for environmental sampling over small surface areas. The device is decontaminated through gamma irradiation, made in the USA, ISO 9001:2008 certified for quality assurance, and is intended for lab use only. For chain-of-custody strength, capture sample ID, date/time, operator, exact location, and any deviations from SOP at the moment of collection.
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