Bacteriostatic Water
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Sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol.
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Quick Summary
Laboratory supplyBacteriostatic water is sterile water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol, a preservative that slows bacterial growth so a vial can be used more than once. Pharmaceutical versions are prescription products labeled for diluting or dissolving drugs. It is a laboratory supply, not a research compound.
- Amount
- 10 mL
- Form
- Sterile solution
- References
- 2 cited
- COA
- Batch report pending
- Free U.S. shipping over $150
- Sterile solution in a sealed vial
Research Use Notice. This product is intended for laboratory and research purposes. It is not intended for human consumption or personal medical use. Product information is provided for scientific and educational context only. See our Research Use Policy.
What It IsBacteriostatic water is sterile, nonpyrogenic water for injection that contains benzyl alcohol as a preservative, at 0.9% (9 mg/mL) in this product.
Bacteriostatic water is sterile, nonpyrogenic water for injection that contains benzyl alcohol as a preservative, at 0.9% (9 mg/mL) in this product. The preservative slows bacterial growth, which is why it is supplied in multiple-dose vials.
Pharmaceutical versions are labeled 'Bacteriostatic Water for Injection, USP', meaning they are made to the United States Pharmacopeia standard. The FDA-reviewed label describes it as indicated only for diluting or dissolving drugs. It is a laboratory and pharmaceutical supply, not a research compound.
Research Status & EvidenceLaboratory supply
Its composition and labeled use are defined by its prescription drug label.
Not a research compound. Its composition and labeled use are defined by its prescription drug label. Safety knowledge about its preservative, benzyl alcohol, includes a 1982 CDC report linking benzyl-alcohol–preserved flush solutions to deaths in premature infants.
Limitations
- The label states that, because of benzyl alcohol toxicity in neonates, solutions containing benzyl alcohol must not be used in newborns
- In 1982 CDC reported 16 premature-infant deaths associated with benzyl-alcohol–preserved flush solutions; FDA then advised against their use in newborns
- The label warns that intravenous administration without a dissolved drug may cause hemolysis
- Pharmaceutical versions are prescription-only (Rx) products
Specifications10 mL · Sterile solution
- Product
- Bacteriostatic Water
- Category
- Lab Supplies
- Size
- 10 mL
- Form
- Sterile solution
- Synonyms
- Bacteriostatic Water for Injection, USP
- SKU
- REN-BACW-10
Testing & COA Batch report pending
Research References (2)Linked sources · last reviewed September 2026
- DailyMed. Bacteriostatic Water for Injection, USP (Hospira) prescribing label · dailymed.nlm.nih.gov
- CDC. Neonatal deaths associated with use of benzyl alcohol — United States. MMWR 1982 · PubMed 6810084
Summaries are written by Renuvia Labs from the sources above for educational context only. Last reviewed September 28, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What form is this product supplied in?
Peptides and research compounds ship as lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder in a sealed glass vial. The fill amount printed on the product page and label is the total content of the vial.
Is this product for human use?
No. All Renuvia Labs products are sold strictly for laboratory research use. They are not for human or animal consumption and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Where can I find the Certificate of Analysis?
When a batch has a Certificate of Analysis, it is linked in the Testing & COA section of the product page and listed in the COA library, searchable by product, SKU or batch number.
Do you offer volume pricing?
Yes. Per-vial pricing drops automatically at 2, 3 and 5 vials of the same product; the current tiers are shown next to the price. For larger quantities, see our wholesale program.
How much is shipping?
U.S. orders of $150 or more ship free. Orders below that ship at a flat rate, shown in the cart.
