What is Bacteriostatic Water?
Bacteriostatic Water (BAC Water) is a sterile, non-pyrogenic water-based solution that contains a small amount of benzyl alcohol as a preservative. The preservative, 0.9% (9 mg/mL) benzyl alcohol, is included to help limit microbial growth during handling in controlled laboratory environments.
In research settings, this type of solution is commonly used where sterile conditions are required and where multiple withdrawals from the same vial may occur under appropriate laboratory protocols.
FAQ's
What is bacteriostatic water used for?
In laboratory environments, it is used as a sterile solution for preparing or handling research materials under controlled conditions.
What does bacteriostatic mean?
It refers to the inclusion of a preservative that helps limit the growth of bacteria during handling.
What is the difference between bacteriostatic water and sterile water?
Bacteriostatic water contains a preservative, while sterile water does not.
Is bacteriostatic water available in New Zealand?
Yes, bacteriostatic water is available in New Zealand as a laboratory research product.
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