Bacteriostatic Water (Bac Water)
Price range: $7.99 through $499.00
Premium Bacteriostatic water, designed for reconstitution and preservation of lyophilized research compounds, peptides, and proteins for laboratory study.
⚠ Product Usage: For Research Use Only – Not for Human or Veterinary Use
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Technical Specifications
Molecular Data | |
|---|---|
Product Ref | Bacteriostatic water |
CAS Number | 7732-18-5 |
Chemical Class | Aqueous Solution |
Molecular Weight | 18.02 g/mol (Water) |
Sequence Length | Not applicable |
Format | 3 ml and 10 ml vials |
Mass Format | N/A (Liquid Solution) |
Purity | Greater than 99% |
Solubility | Completely miscible with water |
Storage | Store at controlled room temperature (20–25°C / 68–77°F). Protect from excessive heat and freezing. |
Intended Use | Intended exclusively for laboratory and in vitro research applications. |
Product Description
Discovery and Scientific Background
This product comprises a multi-draw sterile diluent known as Bacteriostatic Water. It is classified as an antimicrobial solvent, combining highly purified laboratory water with a 0.9% concentration of benzyl alcohol.
Unlike single-use sterile water that lacks preservatives and must be discarded immediately after opening, Bac Water’s multi-draw architecture enables researchers to maintain the sterility of their stock solutions over multiple experimental sessions. This makes it uniquely valuable for longitudinal cell-culture studies, stable research compound reconstitution, and comprehensive preclinical testing design.
Laboratory Applications
In 2026-era preclinical research, this compound is utilized to study and prepare:
Reagent & Protein Reconstitution: Rehydrating lyophilized synthetic compounds (such as research-grade aminos) to create stable, sterile stock solutions for cell-based assays and analytical testing.
Micro-Volume Aliquot Preparation: Utilizing the benzyl alcohol preservative to allow a single sealed receptacle to be accessed repeatedly over 28 days, reducing reagent waste and ensuring consistent laboratory dilutions. Analytical Test Vehicles: Providing a controlled, preserved aqueous vehicle for diluting research compounds before ex vivo tissue studies or in vitro cellular modeling.
Instrument & Reagent Rinsing: Maintaining sterile conditions in the laboratory by using the bacteriostatic solution to rinse pipettes or analytical instruments used to handle highly sensitive compounds.
Preservative Interaction Assays: Studying the interaction of 0.9% benzyl alcohol on the half-life and stability of various synthetic amino-acid sequences in aqueous environments.
MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
Benzyl Alcohol (Active Preservative in Bac Water)
PubChem CID 244 (Water: CID 962)
Benzyl Alcohol (used in Bac Water) PubChem ID: 244
Water (used as a solvent in Bac Water) PubChem ID: 962
Bacteriostatic water is a two-component system: purified water (H2O) and a 0.9% concentration of benzyl alcohol (C7H8O). Benzyl alcohol features an aromatic benzene ring attached to a methylene group bearing a hydroxyl substituent. This specific molecular structure provides the bacteriostatic properties, actively inhibiting the reproduction of bacteria and ensuring the extended 28-day viability of the multi-draw container.
Certificate of Analysis
At 10Peptides, transparency is key. Every batch is third-party tested in the USA, with Certificates of Analysis (COAs) readily available for verification, giving researchers confidence in their work.
FAQ
What is Bacteriostatic Water?
Bacteriostatic Water is sterile USP-grade water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a bacteriostatic preservative. It is commonly used in laboratory settings to dissolve or dilute powdered research compounds so they can be sampled multiple times from the same vial. The preservative helps inhibit bacterial growth after the vial has been opened, making it suitable for repeated laboratory use when handled according to established research protocols.
What is the difference between Bac Water and standard Sterile Water?
The critical difference is the presence of the preservative. Bacteriostatic water contains 0.9% benzyl alcohol, enabling multi-use over a 28-day period. Standard sterile water contains zero preservatives and must be discarded immediately after a single use to prevent bacterial contamination.
How long does Bac Water last after the first puncture?
When handled using strict aseptic techniques in a sterile laboratory environment, the 0.9% benzyl alcohol preservative maintains the integrity of the solution for up to 28 days after the initial entry.
Can Bac Water be used outside a controlled laboratory research setting?
Absolutely not. This compound is classified strictly for laboratory investigation only. Any non-laboratory use—including personal, consumer, or wellness applications—violates our Terms of Service and will result in immediate order cancellation.