Where to Buy Bacteriostatic Water in the UK
Steriva Labs sells bacteriostatic water, often called “bac water”, for laboratory research in the UK.. Its 10ml vials are listed as single, 2, 5 and 10 vial packs. Before ordering from any supplier, check that the product page clearly explains what is in the vial, how it is packaged and how orders are delivered.
Before you order, use the checks below to make sure the product matches your laboratory requirements.
1. Check the formulation and intended use
Read the label and product description rather than relying on the name “bac water” alone. Steriva Labs lists purified sterile water preserved with 0.9% benzyl alcohol and supplies it for laboratory and research applications. If you need to understand how this differs from water without a preservative, see our bacteriostatic water versus sterile water guide.
The intended use matters. A product offered for laboratory research should not be assumed suitable for clinical use or injection. The MHRA explains that product claims, intended purpose and website presentation are among the factors it considers when assessing a product’s regulatory status.
2. Look for clear vial and batch information
Check the fill volume, container, seal, batch number and expiry date. This information helps you identify the product when it arrives and manage it within a laboratory inventory.
Steriva Labs describes its product as a 10ml borosilicate glass vial with a crimp seal and flip off cap. Its product page states that each vial carries batch and expiry details. You can also review the Testing & Verification page, which provides a report relating to a submitted sample. Check the report’s scope when assessing whether it meets your own purchasing requirements.
3. Check delivery and the full cost
Compare the total at checkout, including delivery, rather than the vial price alone. Check dispatch times, the carrier and what to do if an order arrives damaged.
Steriva Labs delivers to UK addresses using Royal Mail Tracked 24. Its shipping policy says orders are usually dispatched within one working day, with up to two working days during busy periods. Orders over £30 qualify for free UK delivery. The live shop and checkout show current prices and any applicable charges.
Choose the pack that fits your work
The Steriva Labs shop lists a single 10ml vial and 2, 5 and 10 vial packs. Choose the quantity that suits your planned laboratory work and storage arrangements. Check each product page for its current availability before ordering.
Check your order when it arrives
Before placing a vial into laboratory inventory, compare the product and quantity received with your order. Inspect the vial and outer packaging for damage, check that the seal is intact, and record the batch number and expiry date shown on the label. Follow the information supplied with the product for storage and handling; our Storage & Handling guide provides general laboratory guidance.
If an item arrives damaged or incorrect, contact Steriva Labs with your order number and photographs of the packaging and vial. The shipping policy explains how to report a damaged delivery.
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For more detail about the product and ordering, see the bacteriostatic water FAQs or contact Steriva Labs.
Further Information
For a straightforward explanation of the product, read What is Bacteriostatic Water?. For receiving and storage, see our Storage & Handling guide. Always follow the label and instructions supplied with each vial.
For broader laboratory practices, the World Health Organization’s Laboratory Biosafety Manual, fourth edition provides general guidance on risk assessment and biosafety. It is a general laboratory resource, not product-specific instructions.