BAC Water: What It Is and Its Role in Research Applications
Introduction
Bacteriostatic Water (BAC Water) is a sterile solution widely used in laboratory and research environments. Its primary function is to act as a diluent for reconstituting lyophilized (freeze-dried) compounds, allowing researchers to prepare solutions with greater precision and stability.
At Nova Lab Peptides, all products—including BAC Water—are provided strictly for research and laboratory use only, and are not intended for human or veterinary use.
What Is BAC Water?
BAC Water is sterile water that contains 0.9% benzyl alcohol, which serves as a bacteriostatic agent. This additive inhibits the growth of bacteria once the vial has been punctured, helping maintain sterility during repeated laboratory handling.
Unlike sterile water for injection (SWFI), BAC Water is specifically formulated to allow multiple withdrawals from the same vial when proper aseptic techniques are followed.
Why Benzyl Alcohol Matters in Research
The inclusion of benzyl alcohol provides several advantages in laboratory settings:
- Bacteriostatic protection – Limits bacterial proliferation after vial access
- Extended usability – Supports multi-use protocols under controlled conditions
- Improved solution integrity – Helps preserve research compounds during preparation
This makes BAC Water a practical choice for research workflows that require precision, consistency, and controlled handling.
Common Research Applications of BAC Water
BAC Water is commonly used in laboratories for:
- Reconstitution of lyophilized peptides
- Preparation of research-grade compounds
- Controlled dilution processes
- Laboratory testing and analytical workflows
Its role is purely functional: enabling accurate preparation of solutions while maintaining sterility in research environments.
Benefits of Using BAC Water in the Lab
When used correctly and within research-only protocols, BAC Water offers several key benefits:
1. Enhanced Sterility Control
The bacteriostatic agent helps reduce contamination risks during repeated vial access.
2. Precision in Reconstitution
Allows researchers to achieve accurate concentrations when preparing solutions.
3. Workflow Efficiency
Supports multiple withdrawals from a single vial, reducing waste in laboratory settings.
4. Compatibility with Research Compounds
Widely used alongside peptides and other lyophilized materials in experimental contexts.
Proper Handling and Storage (Research Context)
For optimal use in laboratory settings:
- Store in a controlled, clean environment
- Always use aseptic techniques
- Do not use if the solution becomes cloudy or compromised
- Follow internal laboratory protocols for disposal and handling
Important Disclaimer
Research Use Only (RUO):
BAC Water supplied by Nova Lab Peptides is intended strictly for laboratory research and analytical purposes.
It is not intended for human consumption, injection, or veterinary use.
Any application outside of approved research settings is strictly prohibited.
Conclusion
BAC Water plays a fundamental role in modern research environments by enabling safe, precise, and efficient preparation of research compounds. Its bacteriostatic properties make it a trusted laboratory tool when used responsibly and within strict research-only guidelines.
At Nova Lab Peptides, quality, consistency, and compliance are central to everything we provide—supporting researchers with dependable materials for advanced scientific work.
