Specification
| Composition | Sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol (CAS 100-51-6) |
| Volume | 3 ml per vial |
| Pack | Box of 10 vials |
| Box code | BAC3 |
| Availability | In stock |
| Label | For research use only |
| Documents | Certificate of analysis; safety data sheet on request |
| Storage | As stated on the label |
Ask for the certificate of the current batch before you order. For laboratory guidance on preparing peptide solutions for experiments, see our storage and handling guide.
Ordering for institutions
- Quotations within one working day, valid for 14 days, with lead time and delivery terms on one page.
- Invoices and documents in your institution's name; tell us if your purchase order needs to appear on them.
- Payment in full before dispatch, unless other terms are agreed in writing.
- Every shipment carries the batch number and expiry on the packing list and delivery note.
Who can buy it
Like all our research-grade products, it is supplied only to universities, laboratories and companies whose research we can verify, with a signed end-use declaration. Who qualifies
Questions people ask
- What is bacteriostatic water?
Sterile water with a small amount of benzyl alcohol (0.9%) added, which inhibits the growth of bacteria.
- Is bac water the same as bacteriostatic water?
Yes. "Bac water" is a common short name for bacteriostatic water.
- Do you sell bacteriostatic water in the UK?
Yes, 3 ml vials in boxes of 10, to verified research buyers only.
- Can I buy bacteriostatic water at a pharmacy?
We can only speak for our own product, which is a laboratory diluent labelled for research use only and is not sold to the public.