Bacteriostatic Water
Also known as bac water, BW, benzyl alcohol water
Sterile water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a bacteriostatic preservative, for reconstituting lyophilised research peptides.
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RESEARCH OVERVIEW
What is Bacteriostatic Water?
Bacteriostatic water is sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol, which inhibits bacterial growth and allows a sealed vial to be accessed more than once.
It is the standard solvent for reconstituting lyophilised peptides for laboratory work. See the reconstitution guide and calculator for concentration maths.
Bacteriostatic Water research applications
Areas explored in published in-vitro and animal-model research. No clinical claims are made.
- Reconstitution of lyophilised peptides
- Multi-access laboratory preparations
Specifications
| Product | Bacteriostatic Water |
|---|---|
| Also known as | bac water, BW, benzyl alcohol water |
| Volume | 10ml |
| Form | Sterile solution |
| Appearance | Clear, colourless liquid |
| Purity | Sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol |
| Storage | Room temperature, sealed. 2 to 8°C once opened |
| Classification | For laboratory research use only |
Purity and testing
Every batch is sent to an independent laboratory for identity and purity analysis by high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and mass spectrometry (MS). Certificates are published on our Lab Reports page as each batch is released, and the batch number on your vial matches its certificate.
Want the report for a specific batch before ordering? Contact us and we will send it.
Bacteriostatic Water FAQs
Is Bacteriostatic Water for human use?+
No. Bacteriostatic Water is sold strictly for laboratory research use only. It is not a medicine, food supplement or cosmetic and must not be used in humans or animals.
How is Bacteriostatic Water tested?+
Each batch is tested for identity and purity by an independent laboratory using HPLC and mass spectrometry. Certificates are published on our Lab Reports page as each batch is released, and you can request the report for your batch at any time.
How should Bacteriostatic Water be stored?+
Store sealed at room temperature away from direct light. Once the stopper has been punctured, keep refrigerated at 2 to 8°C and follow your laboratory procedures for multi-use vials.
How quickly will my Bacteriostatic Water order arrive?+
Orders placed before 2pm on a working day are dispatched the same day by Royal Mail Tracked 24. Delivery is free over £50, otherwise £4.99.
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Bacteriostatic Water
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