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Research overview
Bacteriostatic water is sterile water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol, a preservative that limits bacterial growth after the vial has been opened. It is a common laboratory solvent for dissolving lyophilized peptides when the same solution will be drawn from several times.
Benzyl alcohol can affect some sensitive cell assays, so use plain sterile water where that matters and include a solvent control. Add the water slowly down the side of the peptide vial and swirl gently rather than shaking. Our guide to handling lyophilized peptides covers solvent choice, technique and how to work out concentrations.
Further reading: Handling lyophilized peptides in the lab: solvents, technique and concentrations · How to store research peptides: temperature, light, moisture and time
Product details
Sterile water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol, a preservative that limits bacterial growth once the vial has been opened. Supplied as a laboratory reagent for diluting lyophilized reference materials.
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Storage & handling
Store at room temperature away from direct sunlight.
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Questions
What is in bacteriostatic water?
Sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a preservative.
When should I use plain sterile water instead?
For cell assays that may be sensitive to benzyl alcohol, or when a single-use solution is all you need.
What's in the vial?
Bacteriostatic water at the strength you choose. No diluent or accessories are included.
Is this product for human use?
No. It's sold for laboratory research use only and isn't for human or veterinary use.
Previous batches
- No earlier batches published for this strength.
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