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Bacteriostatic Water (BAC)
During our packaging transition, you may receive products with either our previous or updated label. Rest assured, the formulation, purity and quality remain exactly same as standards.
Bacteriostatic water is a water-based substance, which is made up of largely sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol. This substance is primarily used for the dissolution or dilution of medicines. The reason as to why it is referred to as bacteriostatic water is because the benzyl alcohol prevents bacteria growth, and allows a vial to be re-entered several times. Bacteriostatic Water (BAC) plays a crucial role in the transmission of medicines intravenously, and even intramuscularly.
0.9% Benzyl Alcohol
Pure Water
Does not contain Sodium
- High Purity – 99% Purity Guaranteed
- Independently Lab Tested
- Research Grade Quality
- For Laboratory Research Use Only
3D Molecular Structure
Drag to rotate · scroll to zoom| Chemical Formula | H2O |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Bacteriostatic water for injection, BAC water, 0.9% benzyl alcohol water |
| Molar Mass | 18.02 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 7732-18-5 |
| PubChem CID | N/A |
| Total Compound Content | 10 ml per vial |
| Shelf Life | 6 months |
Every batch is independently lab tested for identity, purity and potency. View our lab testing program →
Why is bacteriostatic water preferred over sterile water for peptide reconstitution?
Bacteriostatic water contains 0.9% benzyl alcohol, which inhibits microbial proliferation following vial puncture. This enables multiple withdrawals from a single vial over the course of a research protocol without contamination risk. Sterile water for injection (without benzyl alcohol) is a single-use format — once punctured, microbial ingress risk increases with each subsequent withdrawal. BAC water is the standard for multi-dose peptide reconstitution in laboratory settings.
What is the concentration of benzyl alcohol in SwissChems BAC water?
SwissChems Bacteriostatic Water contains 0.9% (v/v) benzyl alcohol as a bacteriostatic preservative. This concentration is the standard formulation for multi-dose research-grade reconstitution solutions.
How long can a reconstituted peptide solution prepared with BAC water be stored in laboratory conditions?
Storage duration for reconstituted peptide solutions depends on the specific peptide, concentration, and storage conditions. As a general laboratory guideline, most peptide solutions reconstituted in BAC water and stored at 4°C remain stable for 4–6 weeks. For longer-term storage, reconstituted solutions are typically aliquoted and stored at −20°C. Researchers should establish stability windows per compound using established SOPs.
