Hospira Bacteriostatic Water for Injection, USP is a sterile, non-pyrogenic aqueous solution specifically designed as a diluent for reconstituting lyophilized peptides and other research compounds. The formulation contains 0.9% benzyl alcohol (9 mg/mL) as a preservative, allowing for multiple withdrawals from a single 30 mL multi-dose vial when used under proper aseptic technique.
Key Specifications
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Product name: Hospira Bacteriostatic Water for Injection, USP
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CAS number (water): 7732-18-5
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Molecular formula (water): H₂O
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Molecular weight (water): 18.02 g/mol
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Strength/composition: Sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol
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Volume: 30 mL multi-dose vial
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pH: Approximately 5.7 (range 4.5–7.0)
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Container: Semi-rigid plastic multi-dose vial
Product Overview
Hospira Bacteriostatic Water provides a convenient sterile vehicle for peptide reconstitution and other compatible research applications. The presence of benzyl alcohol helps inhibit microbial growth, making this product well suited for multi-use research workflows requiring repeated vial access.
Research Applications
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Reconstitution of lyophilized peptides and other powdered research materials
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Dilution of compatible laboratory compounds requiring a sterile aqueous vehicle
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Use as a multi-use solvent in life-science, chemistry, and pharmaceutical research settings
Important Notes
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For laboratory and research use only
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Not for human or veterinary use
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Not intended for direct injection or therapeutic applications
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Discard within 28 days of first puncture or sooner if contamination is suspected




