Where to Buy Bac Water in Canada — Bacteriostatic Water 10ml Order Checklist
Where to buy bac water in Canada for laboratory use: one 10ml bacteriostatic water reagent at $8.00 CAD (sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol), label checks and Canada-only shipping. RUO, 21+.
Bacteriostatic water, often shortened to bac water, is listed by Hermetica Research Labs as a Research Use Only laboratory reagent for Canadian labs. If you are working out where to buy bacteriostatic water in Canada, this page sets out what is listed, what is printed on the label, how it differs from sterile water, what documentation exists and how it ships. It is sold for laboratory use only. It is not for human or veterinary use, and buyers must be 21 or older.
Key takeaways
| Question | Short answer | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Where to buy bacteriostatic water in Canada? | Hermetica lists bacteriostatic water 10ml as an RUO laboratory reagent, shipped within Canada | Product page |
| What is in it? | Sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a preservative | Label |
| Preservative identity | Benzyl alcohol, C7H8O, 108.14 g/mol | PubChem CID 244 |
| Certificate? | A peptide-purity certificate does not apply to this solution | COA library |
| Shipping | Flat $15 CAD, free on orders of $150 or more; typical transit 5 to 12 business days | Shipping policy |
Where to buy bac water in Canada
- Bac water 10ml (Bacteriostatic Water 10ml) — one 10ml vial, SKU HRL-159, $8.00 CAD
The current CAD price is shown on the product page and in the catalogue card further down this page. One volume is listed: 10ml. Other vial sizes are not sold. It can be added to any order from the shop, alongside the lines on buy peptides Canada.
Bacteriostatic water 10ml specification
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Volume | 10ml per vial |
| Composition (as labelled) | Sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol |
| Preservative | Benzyl alcohol, 0.9% |
| CAS number | Not applicable — a solution, not a single compound |
| Chromatographic purity | Not applicable |
| Third-party certificate | Not published (see below) |
| Listed storage | Per label and laboratory protocol |
| SKU | HRL-159 |
Bac water component reference
The label lists two components. Their standard chemical identifiers are below; they describe the components, not a certificate for this product.
| Component | Role on the label | CAS number | Formula | Molar mass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | Sterile water (the bulk of the solution) | 7732-18-5 | H2O | 18.02 g/mol |
| Benzyl alcohol | Bacteriostatic preservative, 0.9% | 100-51-6 | C7H8O | 108.14 g/mol |
A 0.9% benzyl alcohol content is commonly expressed as 9 mg per mL, which works out to roughly 90 mg of benzyl alcohol across a 10ml vial. The vial label is the reference for the exact statement on the product in hand.
What is in bacteriostatic water?
As labelled, bacteriostatic water is sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol. The benzyl alcohol is the bacteriostatic preservative, and it is what separates bacteriostatic water from plain sterile water. "Reconstitution solution" is a general description rather than a fixed composition, so the label is the reference for what a given vial contains.
Bac water for peptides: what the label covers
Bac water is often ordered alongside lyophilized research peptides, and both can be added to the same order from the shop. The bac water label states composition only: sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol, in a 10ml vial. It does not state compatibility with any particular peptide, and Hermetica does not provide preparation instructions. Any laboratory handling follows the receiving laboratory's own validated protocols.
Bacteriostatic water vs sterile water
The difference is on the label. Bacteriostatic water is labelled as sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol. Sterile water is labelled as water with no bacteriostatic preservative listed. Hermetica lists bacteriostatic water only and does not sell sterile water. The full comparison is in bacteriostatic water vs sterile water.
Bac water compared with other laboratory waters
| Bacteriostatic water (bac water) | Sterile water | Purified laboratory water (for example, Type I) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composition as labelled | Sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol | Water, no preservative listed | Water, no preservative |
| Preservative | Benzyl alcohol | None | None |
| Typical container labelling | Multiple-use container | Single-use container | Bulk laboratory supply, often produced on site |
| What the grade describes | Sterility plus a preservative | Sterility | Ionic and organic purity, for example resistivity of 18.2 MΩ·cm for Type I water |
| Listed by Hermetica | Yes — Bac Water 10ml | No | No |
The three are not interchangeable labels: each describes a different property. The labelling detail for the first two is in bacteriostatic water vs sterile water.
Why no certificate of analysis is published
Bacteriostatic water is a solution rather than a single compound, so no CAS number is assigned and chromatographic purity does not apply. No third-party certificate of analysis is published for this item. That is deliberate: Hermetica publishes lot certificates for the peptide lines that have them, listed in the Certificates of Analysis library, and does not publish one here.
On receipt, record the reagent name, SKU HRL-159, the 10ml volume, the lot number, the printed expiry date and the seal and closure condition.
Expiry and storage
Use the expiry date printed on the label as the reference date for the laboratory record. Hermetica does not publish a separate in-use period. Storage follows the label and the receiving laboratory's own protocol; general notes are in research peptide storage and handling.
Receiving checklist for bac water
- Check the outer package and the vial cap and seal before signing the item into inventory.
- Confirm the label reads bacteriostatic water, with sterile water and 0.9% benzyl alcohol in the composition line, and a 10ml volume.
- Record the lot number and the printed expiry date.
- Store the vial as its label directs and keep it in its original labelled container.
- Retire the vial from inventory at the printed expiry date.
Shipping bacteriostatic water within Canada
Orders ship to Canadian addresses only. Shipping is a flat $15 CAD per order and free on orders of $150 CAD or more. Typical transit is 5 to 12 business days in plain, discreet packaging. Orders placed after 12:00 PM ET or on weekends are processed the next business day. Full terms are on the shipping policy and Canada peptide shipping pages.
Adding bac water to an order: example totals
Bac water can be ordered on its own or added to any catalogue order. Shipping is charged once per order. At current catalogue prices:
| Order | Subtotal (CAD) | Shipping (CAD) | Total (CAD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 × Bac Water 10ml | $8.00 | $15.00 | $23.00 |
| 3 × Bac Water 10ml | $24.00 | $15.00 | $39.00 |
| 1 × Bac Water 10ml + 1 × BPC-157 10mg | $93.00 | $15.00 | $108.00 |
| 1 × Bac Water 10ml + 2 × Retatrutide 10mg | $198.00 | Free | $198.00 |
The cart and checkout show the exact shipping charge before payment. A tracking link is emailed once the order ships, and if tracking has not updated for 7 business days, support opens a trace.
Damaged parcels and refunds
If a vial arrives damaged or the wrong item arrives, contact support@hermeticalabs.store within 7 days of delivery with photos of the package and the vial label, and a replacement or full refund is issued. A tracked parcel confirmed lost in transit is reshipped or refunded. Change-of-mind returns cannot be accepted once an order has shipped. Full terms are on the refund policy.
More questions about bac water in Canada
Is bac water the same as bacteriostatic water?
Yes. "Bac water" is the common short name. The label and our catalogue use the full name, Bacteriostatic Water.
Which sizes do you sell?
One size: a 10ml vial, SKU HRL-159. Larger vials are not listed.
Can I order bac water on its own?
Yes. It can be ordered alone or with other catalogue items; shipping is a flat $15 CAD per order and free on orders of $150 CAD or more.
Why is there no CAS number for bac water?
A CAS number identifies a single substance. Bac water is a solution of two substances, so the solution has none; its components, water and benzyl alcohol, each have their own CAS numbers, listed above.
Is a certificate of analysis available?
No. A peptide-purity certificate does not apply to this reagent, and none is published. Certificates for the peptide lines are in the COA library.
Does bac water ship cold?
No cold-chain packaging is used for any order. Store the vial as its label directs on receipt.
Do you sell sterile water?
No. Only bacteriostatic water is listed.
Research Use Only scope
Bacteriostatic water is supplied only as a laboratory reagent. It is not for human or veterinary use, and buyers must be 21 or older.
Related Canada catalogue pages
- Bacteriostatic water Canada — reagent documentation
- Bacteriostatic water vs sterile water
- Bacteriostatic water laboratory reagent notes
- Buy peptides Canada — full RUO catalogue
- Peptides Canada research catalogue
- Buy Retatrutide Canada
- Buy BPC-157 Canada
- Buy GHK-Cu Canada
References
- PubChem. Benzyl alcohol, CID 244: molecular formula C7H8O, molecular weight 108.14 g/mol. pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/244
- Manning MC, Chou DK, Murphy BM, Payne RW, Katayama DS. (2010). Stability of protein pharmaceuticals: an update. Pharmaceutical Research, 27(4), 544–575. doi:10.1007/s11095-009-0045-6
Research Use Only. Not for human or veterinary use. Purchasers must be 21 or older.
Bacteriostatic water SKU
Third-party testing and certificates of analysis
| Product | Testing lab | Test reference | Purity | Certificate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacteriostatic Water 10ml | Not applicable — laboratory reagent | — | Not applicable — laboratory reagent | — |
Certificates are issued by independent third-party laboratories (Janoshik Analytical and Freedom Diagnostics). Match the lot on your vial label to the certificate, then verify the test reference on the issuing laboratory's own system.
All certificates of analysisShipping within Canada
Canadian addresses only · typical transit 5–12 business days · plain, discreet packaging.
Frequently asked questions
- Where can I buy bacteriostatic water in Canada?
- Hermetica Research Labs lists bac water (Bacteriostatic Water 10ml, SKU HRL-159) as a Research Use Only laboratory reagent. It is ordered from its product page and ships to Canadian addresses only. Buyers must be 21 or older.
- What is in bacteriostatic water?
- As labelled, sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol, a bacteriostatic preservative. The Hermetica listing is a 10ml vial (SKU HRL-159).
- What is the difference between bacteriostatic water and sterile water?
- The label. Bacteriostatic water is labelled as sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol, a bacteriostatic preservative. Sterile water is labelled as water with no bacteriostatic preservative listed.
- Is reconstitution solution the same as bacteriostatic water?
- Not necessarily. Reconstitution solution is a general description, so check the composition printed on the label. Bacteriostatic water is specifically labelled as sterile water with 0.9% benzyl alcohol.
- Does bacteriostatic water expire?
- Each vial carries a printed expiry date, which is the date to record on receipt. Hermetica does not publish a separate in-use period. Storage follows the label and the receiving laboratory's own protocol.
- Is a certificate of analysis published for bacteriostatic water?
- No. It is a solution rather than a single compound, so no CAS number is assigned and chromatographic purity does not apply. Hermetica publishes lot certificates for the peptide lines that have them.
- How does bacteriostatic water ship within Canada?
- Orders ship to Canadian addresses only: flat $15 CAD per order, free on orders of $150 CAD or more, with typical transit of 5 to 12 business days in plain, discreet packaging.
All content is provided for informational purposes for qualified researchers working with research materials in a laboratory setting. Products supplied by Hermetica Research Labs are sold strictly for in-vitro research. They are not intended for human or veterinary use, and nothing on this page constitutes medical, health, or dosing guidance. Must be 21+ to purchase.
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