Bacteriostatic Water

Bacteriostatic Water for Laboratory Research

Bacteriostatic water is a sterile diluent containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol. In laboratory settings, it is commonly used to reconstitute lyophilized materials for controlled research protocols. The preservative helps inhibit bacterial growth when a multiple-dose vial is accessed more than once.

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Product details

• Available as one 10 mL vial or two 10 mL vials
• Includes a clear protective casing
• Contains 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a preservative
• Designed for laboratory and in-vitro research use
• Shipped from Canada by Red Leaf Research Labs

Bacteriostatic water vs. sterile water for injection

Bacteriostatic water and sterile water are not interchangeable terms. Bacteriostatic water contains benzyl alcohol, while sterile water for injection generally does not contain a preservative. The presence of a preservative is relevant to laboratory protocols involving repeated withdrawals from a vial. Researchers should select materials according to their approved protocol, supplier documentation, and institutional procedures.

Storage and handling

Use aseptic laboratory technique and avoid touching the vial stopper or other sterile contact surfaces. Inspect the vial before use and do not use it if the seal is damaged or the solution appears cloudy or contains visible particles. Store according to the product label and your laboratory protocol. Repeated withdrawals increase contamination risk, so document each access and follow the timeframe established by your facility.

Frequently asked questions

What is bacteriostatic water?

It is sterile water containing a small amount of benzyl alcohol as a preservative. The preservative distinguishes it from preservative-free sterile water.

Why is it supplied in a multiple-dose vial?

A multiple-dose vial is designed to permit more than one withdrawal under appropriate laboratory controls. The preservative helps inhibit bacterial growth, but it does not replace aseptic handling.

Where can researchers buy bacteriostatic water in Canada?

Researchers looking for where to buy bacteriostatic water can order this product directly from Red Leaf Research Labs, subject to availability and the laboratory-use terms shown on this website.

Is this product intended for injection?

No. Products sold by Red Leaf Research Labs are supplied strictly for laboratory and in-vitro research. They are not intended for human or animal consumption, administration, or therapeutic use.

For research and in-vitro laboratory studies only. Not intended for human or animal consumption, administration, or use.