Bacteriostatic Water 10mL
Laboratory-grade purified water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol preservative — gamma-sterilised and sealed in tamper-evident borosilicate glass vials. Not for parenteral use.
Volume per Vial
Sealed glass vial
Benzyl Alcohol
Bacteriostatic preservative
Sterilisation
Terminal sterilisation
Working Life
After first access
Tamper-Evident Seal
Borosilicate Glass Vial
Australian Laboratory Supply
Product Overview
Aventris Labs Bacteriostatic Water is a laboratory-grade purified water solution containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a bacteriostatic preservative. Processed using distilled water and packaged in gamma-sterilised, sealed borosilicate glass vials with tamper-evident aluminium crimp seals suitable for laboratory handling.
The inclusion of benzyl alcohol inhibits microbial growth within the solution, allowing multiple withdrawals from a single vial under aseptic conditions — a practical property for researchers working across multiple experimental sessions.
Intended applications: Preparing dilutions or reconstituting lyophilised compounds in controlled research environments, and other laboratory procedures where a sterile, preservative-containing solution is required.
What’s Included
- 1 × Bacteriostatic Water 10mL vial (gamma-sterilised, sealed, labelled)
- Tamper-evident aluminium crimp seal — inspect before use
Complete Specifications
| Product Name | Bacteriostatic Water |
| SKU | AVX-BAC-10 |
| Description | Laboratory-grade purified water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol preservative |
| Volume per Vial | 10mL |
| Composition | Distilled purified water, 0.9% (v/v) benzyl alcohol |
| Sterilisation Method | Gamma sterilisation |
| Appearance | Clear, colourless solution; free of visible particulate matter |
| Container | Sealed borosilicate glass vial with tamper-evident aluminium crimp seal |
| Shelf Life (Sealed) | Refer to expiry date printed on vial label |
| Working Life (Accessed) | Approximately 28 days from first access under controlled conditions |
| Storage (Sealed) | Room temperature (15–25°C), protected from direct light |
| Storage (Accessed) | Refrigerate at 2–8°C after first access |
| Intended Use | Laboratory, Industrial & Research Use Only |
| Regulatory Status | Not for parenteral use, injection, or administration to humans or animals |
Ordering Information
Package Contents
1 × 10mL bacteriostatic water in sealed borosilicate glass vial with tamper-evident aluminium crimp seal and printed label with expiry date.
Laboratory Grade
Gamma-sterilised with 0.9% benzyl alcohol preservative. Clear, colourless, and free of visible particulate matter. Suitable for controlled research environments.
Australian Express Shipping
Fast domestic express shipping Australia-wide. If your order doesn’t arrive, we reship free — no questions asked.
Tier Pricing Available
Volume discounts for research facilities and repeat orders. Contact for institutional pricing and bulk quantities.
Handling & Storage
Storage — Sealed
Store sealed vials at room temperature (15–25°C) in a dry location away from direct sunlight. Refer to expiry date on vial label.
Storage — After First Access
Once accessed, refrigerate at 2–8°C and use contents within approximately 28 days. Discard any unused portion after 28 days or if sterility is compromised.
Aseptic Technique
Clean the stopper surface with an alcohol swab before each access. Use aseptic technique when withdrawing from the vial to maintain solution integrity.
Visual Inspection
Inspect solution prior to each use. Do not use if the solution appears cloudy, discoloured, or contains visible particulate matter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Product Information
What is bacteriostatic water?
Bacteriostatic water is a laboratory-grade purified water solution containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a preservative. The benzyl alcohol inhibits microbial growth, allowing the vial to be accessed multiple times while maintaining sterility — unlike single-use sterile water which contains no preservative.
What is bacteriostatic water used for in research settings?
In research environments, bacteriostatic water is used to prepare or dilute compounds under sterile conditions, reconstitute lyophilised (freeze-dried) reference materials, and in other procedures where maintaining sterility and inhibiting microbial growth are required.
What is the difference between bacteriostatic water and sterile water?
Sterile water contains no preservative and is intended for single-use applications. Bacteriostatic water contains 0.9% benzyl alcohol, which inhibits microbial growth and allows the vial to be accessed multiple times over approximately 28 days under controlled conditions.
How long does bacteriostatic water last after first access?
Once the vial seal has been accessed, the solution has a working life of approximately 28 days when stored refrigerated at 2–8°C under controlled conditions. Always use aseptic technique when withdrawing from the vial.
How should I store bacteriostatic water?
Store sealed vials at room temperature (15–25°C) away from direct light. Once accessed, refrigerate at 2–8°C and use within approximately 28 days. Discard if the solution appears cloudy or contains particles.
Is this product gamma-sterilised?
Yes. Each vial is gamma-sterilised and packaged in a sealed borosilicate glass vial with a tamper-evident aluminium crimp seal.
Regulatory & Compliance
Can I use this product for injection?
No. This product is for laboratory, industrial, and research use only. It is not for injection, clinical procedures, therapeutic applications, or administration to humans or animals by any route.
What is the regulatory status?
This product is a laboratory-grade sterile solvent supplied for use in scientific research, industrial, and laboratory applications. It is not a therapeutic good and is not intended for medical use. It has not been evaluated or approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) or any regulatory authority for use in humans or animals.
Regulatory Disclaimer — Laboratory Solvent
Not for parenteral use. Not for injection, clinical procedures, or therapeutic applications.
This product is a laboratory-grade sterile solvent supplied exclusively for use in scientific research, industrial, and laboratory applications. It is not a therapeutic good and is not intended for medical use.
NOT for:
- Injection, infusion, or administration to humans or animals by any route
- Parenteral, intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous use
- Clinical, diagnostic, or therapeutic procedures
- Use as a compounded preparation, pharmaceutical, or therapeutic good
- Food, cosmetic, or dietary supplement applications
- Personal or consumer use of any kind
Purchaser Responsibilities:
- This product will be used solely for legitimate laboratory, industrial, or research purposes
- The buyer assumes full responsibility for compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations
- Maintain proper laboratory safety, handling, and aseptic technique
- Ensure appropriate storage conditions and discard after 28 days from first access
Aventris Labs Does NOT Provide:
- Medical, therapeutic, or health-related advice
- Dosing recommendations or administration protocols
- Reconstitution instructions for specific compounds
- Guidance on use with any specific substance or product
Order Bacteriostatic Water 10mL
Laboratory-grade purified water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol preservative. Gamma-sterilised in tamper-evident sealed borosilicate glass vials. Australian domestic express shipping with free reship guarantee. Not for parenteral use.