Bacteriostatic Water Laboratory Solution
Bacteriostatic water is sterile water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol, which inhibits bacterial growth so that a vial can be accessed more than once.
2 listed Bacteriostatic Water presentations
Each presentation is a separate specification with its own product code. Open one to add it to your inquiry cart or to ask for a quote on WhatsApp. Pricing, availability and lot documents are confirmed for each order.
| Presentation | Per vial | Per box | Product code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bacteriostatic Water 3 mL → | 3 mL | 10 vials | WA3 |
| Bacteriostatic Water 10 mL → | 10 mL | 10 vials | WA10 |
Amounts are per vial. mg, IU and mL describe different quantities and are not interchangeable. For laboratory research use only.
About Bacteriostatic Water
Bacteriostatic water is sterile water that contains 0.9% (9 mg/mL) benzyl alcohol. The benzyl alcohol does not sterilize the solution, but it inhibits the growth of most bacteria, which allows the same vial to be accessed repeatedly.
This distinguishes it from sterile water without preservative, which is single-use once opened. Because benzyl alcohol can interact with some materials, the choice of diluent should follow the documentation for the material being reconstituted.
Research context
In the laboratory, bacteriostatic water is used as a diluent for reconstituting lyophilized peptides when a multi-use vial is needed. Some peptides dissolve better in other solvents, such as dilute acetic acid or plain sterile water.
What to confirm for Bacteriostatic Water
Check these points with our team before you order:
- The benzyl alcohol concentration and sterility statement on the lot documents.
- Whether benzyl alcohol is compatible with the material you plan to reconstitute.
- The number of boxes you need and the US delivery destination.
- Which lot documents you require before ordering, such as an identity or purity report.
Bacteriostatic Water: frequently asked questions
What is the difference between bacteriostatic water and sterile water?
Both are sterile. Bacteriostatic water adds 0.9% benzyl alcohol to inhibit bacterial growth after the vial is opened; plain sterile water has no preservative and is single-use.
Which Bacteriostatic Water presentations are listed?
2 presentations are listed: 3 mL (WA3), 10 mL (WA10). Each is packed 10 vials per box, and every presentation has its own specification page and product code.
How do I request a quote for Bacteriostatic Water?
Open the presentation you need and use Ask price to message PureForm Biosciences on WhatsApp, or add several materials to the inquiry cart and send them together. Pricing, current availability and lot documents are confirmed in that conversation.
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Research Use Only. Bacteriostatic Water is supplied strictly for laboratory research. It is not a drug, supplement or medical product and is not for human or veterinary consumption.