--- product_id: 256896698 title: "Super Taster Test Genetics Lab Kit With Instructions, Phenylthiourea (Ptc), Sodium Benzoate, Thiourea And Control [Each Vial Includes 100 Paper Strips]" brand: "bartovation" price: "€ 58.13" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 category: "Bartovation" url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/256896698-super-taster-test-genetics-lab-kit-with-instructions-phenylthiourea-ptc store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Downloadable lab instructions & pedigree charts Includes PTC, Thiourea, Sodium Benzoate & Control 400 strips for genetic taste testing Super Taster Test Genetics Lab Kit With Instructions, Phenylthiourea (Ptc), Sodium Benzoate, Thiourea And Control [Each Vial Includes 100 Paper Strips] **Brand:** bartovation **Price:** € 58.13 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🧪 Taste Your Genes, Join the Supertaster Club! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Super Taster Test Genetics Lab Kit With Instructions, Phenylthiourea (Ptc), Sodium Benzoate, Thiourea And Control [Each Vial Includes 100 Paper Strips] by bartovation - **How much does it cost?** € 58.13 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/256896698-super-taster-test-genetics-lab-kit-with-instructions-phenylthiourea-ptc) ## Best For - bartovation enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted bartovation brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Decode Your DNA Taste Profile:** Uncover if you’re a supertaster with 400 precision strips testing bitter sensitivity. - • **Made in the USA with Trusted Quality:** Bartovation’s premium kit delivers consistent, reproducible experiments for serious learners and enthusiasts. - • **Scientifically Accurate & Ready-to-Use:** Four distinct chemical vials with 100 strips each ensure reliable, bias-free results every time. - • **Engage & Educate with Hands-On Genetics:** Perfect for classrooms, families, or curious professionals exploring heredity and taste phenotypes. - • **Comprehensive Lab Kit with Expert Guidance:** Includes downloadable instructions and pedigree charts to map genetic taste traits effortlessly. ## Overview The Bartovation Super Taster Test Genetics Lab Kit offers 400 high-quality paper strips across four chemical types—PTC, Thiourea, Sodium Benzoate, and Control—to scientifically determine genetic taste sensitivity. Designed for educational and family use, it includes downloadable lab instructions and pedigree charts to explore heredity and phenotypes. Made in the USA, this kit is ideal for anyone eager to discover if they possess the TAS2R38 gene that defines supertasters. ## Description From the manufacturer Super Taster Test Genetics Lab Kit with Instructions About Bartovation From our headquarters in Queens, New York and with the help of our distributor network, we service customers all around the globe. We specialize in the production and distribution of testing strips for virtually every application. We value every one of our customers and strive to make them happy and satisfied. This product is proudly Made in America For Genetic Taste Testing This kit is all you need for a controlled demonstration of genetics and heredity. These strips can be used to help determine if a person is a ‘supertaster’ and can effectively demonstrate the effects of heredity on taste. The set includes one vial of each of the following: PTC (pheylthiocarbamide), sodium benzoate, thiourea, and control paper and also includes instructions for a lab experiment. Supertasters have the TAS2R38 gene, a bitter taste receptor which enables them to detect PTC. Are you a supertaster? Find out with this simple and fun test! Contains 100 strips each of ptc, sodium benzoate, thiourea, and control paper. Perfect for demonstrating genetic pedigrees and learning about genotypes and phenotypes Reproducible family pedigree chart and lab instructions for a blind taste test Test the genetically-determined taste response of students and families This product is all you need for a demonstration of genetics and heredity. These strips can be used to help determine if a person is a ‘supertester’ and can be used to effectively demonstrate the effects of heredity on taste. Use these strips to determine genotype and phenotype, and use the control (untreated paper) as a placebo to add validity to your experiment. The set includes one vial of each of the following: PTC (pheylthiocarbamide), sodium benzoate, thiourea, and control paper and also includes downloadable instructions for a lab experiment. Each vial contains 100 paper strips. The set also includes a reproducible family pedigree chart and teacher’s instructions. Replacement vials can be ordered separately. Review: As per description. - As expected Review: Fun - This was fun to do with my family. It was interesting seeing how everyone tastes differently. There are a lot of strips and now that we’ve tried it I have a bunch left over so not sure why you would need so many. It was worth the money for the fun of it. ## Features - Explore Genetic Taste Sensitivity: Discover if you're a "supertaster" with this engaging kit that tests your genetic ability to taste PTC, Thiourea, and Sodium Benzoate—showcasing the effects of heredity on taste preferences. - Comprehensive Testing Materials: Includes 100 strips each of PTC, Sodium Benzoate, Thiourea, and Control Paper, all packaged in reclosable vials to ensure scientific accuracy and reduce bias. - Educational and Fun: Ideal for classroom demonstrations on genetics and heredity or as an exciting blind taste test experiment for students, families, and groups. - Lab-Ready Instructions: Features included downloadable instructions for experiments, and guidance for exploring genotypes and phenotypes. - Insightful Taste Experiment: Designed for blind taste tests, this kit helps explore how genetics influence food preferences, providing a hands-on way to learn about genotypes and phenotypes. - Do you dislike certain vegetables or fatty foods? It could be because you are a supertaster! Find out today with this simple at home taste test! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B019MACBOG | | Brand | Bartovation | | Brand Name | Bartovation | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 460 Reviews | | Item Weight | 0.01 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Bartovation | | Model Number | PGE99K | | Part Number | PGE99K | | Recommended Uses For Product | Educational demonstrations of genetics and heredity, particularly in relation to taste and the TAS2R38 gene | | Recommended uses for product | Educational demonstrations of genetics and heredity, particularly in relation to taste and the TAS2R38 gene Recommended uses for product Educational demonstrations of genetics and heredity, particularly in relation to taste and the TAS2R38 gene See more | | Sterility Rating | 0-14 | | UPC | 640746517365 | | Unit Count | 400 Count | | Unit count | 400 Count | | pH range | 0-14 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Bartovation - **Manufacturer:** Bartovation - **Unit count:** 400 Count - **pH range:** 0-14 ## Images ![Super Taster Test Genetics Lab Kit With Instructions, Phenylthiourea (Ptc), Sodium Benzoate, Thiourea And Control [Each Vial Includes 100 Paper Strips] - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71JsJaYlK2L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What is the "thiourea"? ptc is a type of thiorea, but there is a separate bottle with ptc... is it prop?** A: The PTC is propylthiauracil, the thiouria is a different compound which also tastes bitter and is genetically determined. Hope this helps. **Q: Where are the instructions? Is there an order to tasting the strips? Please help.** A: There should be a QR code and a link on the label of the bag that you can go to in order to download the instructions for free. You can also view them anytime here: https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61QHksUYgkL.pdf Let me know if there is anything else we can help you with! -Scott **Q: Shelf life--What is the average time I can expect to use these before they expire? It could take two or more years to use them up** A: This product does not have an expiry date on it. Over time it will lose potency, similar to spices in your kitchen. But many of our customers use these strips well over two years after ordering them and they continue to be useful in determining if someone is a supertaster. Please let me know if there is anything else we can help with! -Scott **Q: Looks like people are doing this for fun. Is this a serious test? We have big problems getting my son to eat and try new foods. Looking for help.** A: It can be used for either. I teach a nutrition course, so the students try it mostly for fun, but I have found, anecdotally, that many of the self-proclaimed "picky eaters" do test positive as a super taster. There are 4 different strips, one of which is a control. You just touch the strips to your tongue, and depending on the # of taste buds, you will (or won't) taste anything. Super tasters do tend to eat less veg because what is slightly bitter to most is overwhelmingly for them. Kids by nature don't like new flavors, so often small bites, presented frequently will help. Good luck! ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ As per description. *by C***K on 31 October 2020* As expected ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fun *by D***S on 20 January 2026* This was fun to do with my family. It was interesting seeing how everyone tastes differently. There are a lot of strips and now that we’ve tried it I have a bunch left over so not sure why you would need so many. It was worth the money for the fun of it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Does exactly what it says *by J***H on 16 December 2024* There isn't a huge amount to say about this beyond the fact that it does what it says! It provides a short but fascinating activity to determine if you (and/or your friends and family) have the ability to taste themselves chemicals. You get loads of test strips, so you can share the experience with others. The best part about this product is the vindication you get after a lifetime of people not believing you when you tell them that certain foods and drinks have a horribly bitter taste to them. ## Frequently Bought Together - Bartovation Super Taster Test Genetics Lab Kit with Instructions, Phenylthiourea (PTC), Sodium Benzoate [Each Vial Includes 100 Paper Strips] - EISCO Super Taster Test Kit - PTC Paper Strips with Biodegradable Box & Instructions - Lab Quality - Classroom Pack - PTC Paper, Sodium Benzoate, Thiourea, and Control (No Chemical), 100 Strips Each - Precision Laboratories PTC Paper Taste Test Strips for Super Taster Test - Vial of 100 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/256896698-super-taster-test-genetics-lab-kit-with-instructions-phenylthiourea-ptc](https://www.desertcart.be/products/256896698-super-taster-test-genetics-lab-kit-with-instructions-phenylthiourea-ptc) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-09-04*