Product Overview
Bacteriostatic Water is a sterile aqueous solution supplied by PeptaCo for qualified laboratory use as a peptide reconstitution solvent. It contains 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a bacteriostatic agent to prevent microbial growth in multi-use vials. This product is intended for research and analytical applications.
Key Product Details
- Product Name: Bacteriostatic Water
- Specification: As listed per catalog variant (3ml or 10ml)
- Product Form: Sterile aqueous solution
- Category: Laboratory Reagents — Peptide Reconstitution
- Composition: Water for injection + 0.9% benzyl alcohol
Chemical Identity
Bacteriostatic Water consists of sterile water for injection with 0.9% (v/v) benzyl alcohol (C₇H₈O, MW: 108.14 Da) as a preservative. The solution is sterile-filtered and suitable for peptide reconstitution in research settings.
Research Context
Bacteriostatic Water is widely used in peptide research for reconstituting lyophilized peptides. The benzyl alcohol content enables multiple withdrawals from a single vial while maintaining sterility. This product is essential for laboratory workflows involving peptide storage and repeated use.
Storage and Handling
Store at room temperature away from direct light. Do not freeze. Follow aseptic technique when withdrawing solution. Discard if solution appears cloudy or contains particulates.
Documentation and Quality
Batch-specific documentation is available to qualified customers upon request. Contact PeptaCo with the product SKU and required quantity to request the current documentation package, which may include sterility testing records and batch traceability information.
Important Notice
This product is supplied for qualified laboratory research and analytical applications only. It is not for human or veterinary use. Product specifications may vary by batch. Appearance, analytical results, and other release specifications should be confirmed against the certificate issued for the current batch.
