Bacteriostatic Water · Chemical Profile
Chemical Profile
This is the chemical reference sheet for Bacteriostatic Water, a laboratory reconstitution solvent. It collects the identity data (formula, molecular weight, and identifiers) and physical properties documented for the material. Reference information only; for research use only. not for human consumption, diagnostic, or therapeutic use.
Chemical identity
The identifiers below specify exactly which molecule Bacteriostatic Water refers to, so it can be distinguished from analogs and verified against public chemical registries.
- Full name
- Bacteriostatic Water for Injection, USP
- Also known as
- Bac Water, BAC Water, Bacteriostatic Water
- Molecular formula
- H2O + 0.9% benzyl alcohol (C7H8O)
- CAS number
- 100-51-6 (benzyl alcohol)
Structure & classification
Bacteriostatic Water is a formulation rather than a single active molecule: water for injection combined with a bacteriostatic preservative. Its "profile" is compositional, defined by its preservative concentration and sterility.
Physical properties
Bacteriostatic Water is supplied as 10 ml multi-use vial, sterile-filtered (0.22 µm) at USP grade; benzyl alcohol 0.9% (9 mg/mL). Handling and storage follow from these properties. See the storage and stability references for detail.
- Classification
- Reconstitution Solvent
- Physical form
- 10 mL multi-use vial, sterile-filtered (0.22 µm)
- Purity
- USP grade; benzyl alcohol 0.9% (9 mg/mL)
- Storage
- Room temperature, protected from light
Available from Blueprint Labs
Bacteriostatic Water - 10ml
Third-party tested, Bacteriostatic Water supplied as a research material with a certificate of analysis available.
Questions, answered
What is the molecular weight of Bacteriostatic Water?
The molecular weight for Bacteriostatic Water depends on the specific component; see the chemical identity table above and the accompanying certificate of analysis.
What is the CAS number for Bacteriostatic Water?
The CAS number on file is 100-51-6 (benzyl alcohol).
What is the molecular formula of Bacteriostatic Water?
The molecular formula on file is H2O + 0.9% benzyl alcohol (C7H8O).
Is this chemical data a use recommendation?
No. It is reference identity and property data for laboratory purposes. For research use only. Not for human consumption, diagnostic, or therapeutic use.