Microorganisms
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Microorganisms
Distribution Process
- 01Resources RequestSubmit application after completing the distribution request form
- 02Application Receipt & Inventory CheckVerification of resources availability
- 03Notification of Application ReceiptConfirmation of strain availability for distribution and payment verification
- 04Preparation of Biological ResourcesPackaging of distributed resources, receipt, and biobank certificate
- 05ShipmentDispatch via courier service
Contact Information
For inquiries regarding microbial distribution, please contact +82-62-610-1723 or kckm@wikim.re.kr
- The distribution fee is ₩55,000 per strain for general Resources, and ₩77,000 per strain for resources with specific data (e.g., physiological characteristics), including VAT.
- General lactic acid bacteria and psychrophilic kimchi lactic acid bacteria are distributed in plate form (approximately 1–2 weeks processing time). Distribution strain searches can be made through the resource search menu.
- To apply for the distribution of general or psychrophilic kimchi lactic acid bacteria, download and complete the distribution request form, Material transfer agreement (MTA), and consent for the collection and use of personal information from the application section, attach a copy of your business registration certificate, and click the apply button.
- Payment is made via electronic tax invoice and bank transfer to the World Institute of Kimchi’s designated account. Credit cards are not accepted.