Published by Bacteriostatic Water Lab — your trusted source for authentic, lab-tested bacteriostatic water, including genuine Hospira brand products.
Bacteriostatic water is one of the most commonly counterfeited products in the research supply market. With demand rising and legitimate supply sometimes limited, unverified sellers have flooded the market with mislabeled or improperly manufactured products. This guide explains what genuine bacteriostatic water is, how to verify authenticity, and what sets a legitimate supplier apart.
Bacteriostatic water is sterile water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol, which acts as a preservative that inhibits bacterial growth. This allows a single vial to be safely used for multiple withdrawals over a period of up to 28 days, unlike plain sterile water which must be discarded after a single use.
It is manufactured under strict pharmaceutical standards and is used widely in laboratory and research settings for reconstituting compounds.
Not all products sold online as “bacteriostatic water” meet pharmaceutical standards. Common problems in the market include:
Before purchasing from any supplier, check for the following:
Every genuine vial carries a printed lot number and expiration date. At Bacteriostatic Water Lab, every product we sell displays its lot number, and these can be cross-referenced with manufacturer records.
Genuine Hospira bacteriostatic water (Hospira is a Pfizer company) is produced in FDA-registered facilities. Authentic product can be traced back through the supply chain. We source our Hospira brand bacteriostatic water through verified distribution channels.
Authentic bacteriostatic water labels always specify:
Genuine vials arrive sealed with intact flip-top caps and crimped aluminum seals. Any vial with a damaged or missing seal should never be used.
At bacteriostaticwaterlab.com, authenticity is our entire business model:
Q: Is your Hospira bacteriostatic water genuine? A: Yes. We source Hospira brand bacteriostatic water through verified distribution channels, and every vial carries its original manufacturer lot number and expiration date.
Q: How can I verify the product I receive? A: Check the lot number and expiration date printed on your vial. You can contact us to cross-reference any lot number you receive.
Q: What is the shelf life of bacteriostatic water? A: Unopened vials are good until the printed expiration date. Once punctured, a vial should be used within 28 days.
Q: How should bacteriostatic water be labd? A: Store at controlled room temperature (20–25°C / 68–77°F). Do not freeze.
Q: What sizes do you carry? A: We stock 10ml and 30ml vials, available individually and in multi-packs.
Bacteriostatic Water Lab is committed to supplying only genuine, verified bacteriostatic water products. Browse our shop or contact us with any questions about product authenticity.
