š§ Bacteriostatic Water ā Sterile Diluent with Antimicrobial Preservative
Synonyms: Bac Water, BW, Benzyl Alcohol Water
CAS Number: 7732-18-5 (Water), 100-51-6 (Benzyl Alcohol)
Composition: Sterile Water for Injection + 0.9% Benzyl Alcohol
Form: Clear aqueous solution
pH Range: 4.5ā7.0
Research Use Only. This compound is not approved for human or veterinary use..
---
Description:
Bacteriostatic Water is a sterile, non-pyrogenic aqueous solution formulated with 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a preservative. It is specifically designed for reconstituting lyophilized peptides and other research compounds, offering extended usability and microbial resistance in multi-dose applications. The inclusion of benzyl alcohol inhibits bacterial growth, making it ideal for repeated withdrawals over a 28-day period under aseptic conditions.
---
āļø Functional Role:
ā¢ Diluent for Peptide Reconstitution: Maintains sterility and solubility for injectable research compounds
ā¢ Antimicrobial Action: Benzyl alcohol prevents microbial proliferation post-opening
ā¢ Multi-Dose Compatibility: Suitable for repeated use without compromising sterility
ā¢ Stability Enhancer: Helps preserve peptide integrity during refrigerated storage
---
š Research Applications:
Bacteriostatic Water is widely used in:
ā¢ Peptide and protein reconstitution
ā¢ Hormone and analog dilution protocols
ā¢ Multi-dose vial preparation
ā¢ Preclinical formulation development
Its preservative profile makes it preferable over sterile water for longitudinal studies and multi-use peptide vials.
---
š¦ Packaging & Handling:
ā¢ Supplied in 10ml sterile vials
ā¢ Store at 20ā25Ā°C (68ā77Ā°F); refrigerate after opening 2-8Ā°C
ā¢ Discard within 28 days of first puncture
ā¢ Use aseptic technique for all withdrawals
SKU: BACW-09PCT-VIAL
