Lab Supply

Bacteriostatic Water

Bacteriostatic Water is water containing 0. Janoshik Analytical tested the current lot: (report 86200)

PH-BACW
Bacteriostatic Water vial in borosilicate glass with self-sealing butyl rubber stopper for laboratory research use

Catalog no. PH-BACWSize 10mlMechanism Bacteriostatic Water contains water (H₂O) and 0.9% benzyl alcohol (C₇H₈O). It has no peptide sequence.

Overview

Description

Bacteriostatic Water is water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a preservative to limit microbial growth. It is ultra-filtered and supplied in borosilicate glass vials with self-sealing butyl rubber stoppers. It is intended as a laboratory diluent for controlled reconstitution of compatible lyophilized research materials. Research use only. Not for human or veterinary use.

Specs

Compound Specifications

Mechanism
Bacteriostatic Water contains water (H₂O) and 0.9% benzyl alcohol (C₇H₈O). It has no peptide sequence.
Form
Liquid reagent
Storage
68–77°F / 20–25°C, protected from heat and light
Handling

Storage & Handling

  • Storage

    Bacteriostatic Water is supplied as a liquid in sealed vials — not a lyophilized powder. Keep vials sealed and away from heat and light until use.

  • Use

    Laboratory diluent for controlled reconstitution of compatible lyophilized research materials. Research use only. Not for human or veterinary use.

  • Stability

    The benzyl-alcohol preservative limits microbial growth in the container during laboratory use; refrigeration is not required. Discard any container whose contents appear cloudy or discolored.

Research

Research Overview

Bacteriostatic Water is a laboratory diluent used for controlled reconstitution of compatible lyophilized research materials in in-vitro work. It contains 0.9% benzyl alcohol, which limits microbial growth in the container. Each lot ships with batch-specific documentation.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bacteriostatic Water?

Bacteriostatic Water is a research compound supplied for in-vitro laboratory use. Mechanism class: Bacteriostatic Water contains water (H₂O) and 0.9% benzyl alcohol (C₇H₈O). It has no peptide sequence.. Supplied for bac water laboratory research. A third-party Certificate of Analysis is published for the current lot. Research Use Only — not for human or veterinary use.

What purity is Bacteriostatic Water?

The current Janoshik Analytical report for Bacteriostatic Water (86200) measures content per vial; it does not print an HPLC purity figure.

Does Bacteriostatic Water include a Certificate of Analysis?

Yes. Janoshik Analytical report 86200 for Bacteriostatic Water is on our COA page, with a link to the lab's own report.

How should Bacteriostatic Water be stored?

Bacteriostatic Water is supplied as a liquid in sealed vials, not a lyophilized powder. Store at room temperature (typically 68–77°F / 20–25°C), away from heat and light. Discard any container whose contents appear cloudy or discolored.

How is Bacteriostatic Water shipped?

Orders ship at a $15 flat rate, free on orders of $200 or more, in discreet, insulated packaging. Domestic delivery takes 2–3 business days — 2-day across California, nearby Nevada, and on orders of $250+.

Can Bacteriostatic Water be used on humans or animals?

No. Bacteriostatic Water is supplied strictly for in-vitro laboratory research. It is not for human or veterinary use, consumption, or diagnostic or clinical applications.

How do I verify the Bacteriostatic Water Certificate of Analysis is real?

Open the lab report link on our certificate page — it goes to Janoshik Analytical's own verification portal, not a file we host, so the result can't be edited by us. Confirm the report ID (86200) and figures match what's shown here.

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