Product overview: Sterile bacteriostatic water, 10ml vial, for laboratory reconstitution use only. Contains 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a preservative to maintain sterility across multiple withdrawals.

Why bacteriostatic water: Standard sterile water for injection is only intended for single use, as it contains no preservative. Bacteriostatic water contains 0.9% benzyl alcohol, which inhibits bacterial growth and allows a single vial to be used for multiple reconstitution and withdrawal cycles without compromising sterility — an important consideration for researchers working with multi-dose lyophilised peptide vials.

Usage guidance

Add the diluent slowly down the inside wall of the peptide vial and swirl gently rather than shaking, to avoid mechanically stressing the peptide structure. Always use a new sterile needle and syringe for each withdrawal to maintain sterility across multiple uses.

Storage

Store refrigerated at 2-8°C after first use and use within the timeframe indicated by standard laboratory stability guidance. Keep away from direct light.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between bacteriostatic water and sterile water?
Bacteriostatic water contains a preservative (benzyl alcohol) that inhibits bacterial growth across multiple uses, whereas sterile water is intended for single use only.

Is this product intended for human use?
No. This product is sold strictly for laboratory research use only (RUO) and is not intended for human or veterinary use, injection, or any therapeutic purpose.

How is this shipped?
All VeridianLabs orders are shipped with insulated cold-chain packaging to help preserve product integrity in transit.

Strictly for laboratory research use only (RUO). Not for human or veterinary use, not for injection into living organisms, not a consumer product.

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Bacteriostatic Water 10ml