Bacteriostatic water (BAC water). Supplied to New Zealand from Melbourne.
Bacteriostatic water is sterile water preserved with 0.9% benzyl alcohol, supplied in a labelled multi-dose vial. Shop bacteriostatic water and bacteriostatic saline, own-label vials and supply kits — sealed, clearly labelled and dispatched to New Zealand.
Customer reviews
55 verified reviews
Exactly what I asked for. It would be nice if there was 10 mil. Vials but the 30 mil was fine. Everything was very smooth.
Have bought a couple of times - arrived quickly, good product.
Good quality genuine hospira BAC
Shop the range
Hospira BAC waterHospira BAC
Factory-sealed 30 mL vials.
ABS BAC waterABS BAC
Own-label BAC water, 10–30 mL.
Bundles & kitsBundles & kits
Vials and supplies in one bundle.
Bacteriostatic salineBAC saline
0.9% saline in 30 mL vials.
ABS 3 mL packsABS 3 mL
Compact vials in packs of 5, 10 or 20.
Insulin syringesSyringes
0.5 mL syringes in packs of 20.
Prep swabsPrep swabs
Individually wrapped prep swabs.
Sharps containersSharps bins
250 mL bin with a secure screw-top.
At a glance
Prices, stock and delivery.
| Product | Price (NZD) | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Hospira bacteriostatic water 30 mLOriginal factory-sealed vial, sold unopened; singly, in packs and by the tray | NZ$48.18 | In stock |
| Bacteriostatic water 10 mL, own labelSealed multiple-dose vial, labelled not for injection; singly or in packs of 2, 5 and 10 | NZ$24.65 | In stock |
| Bacteriostatic water 20 mL, own labelSealed multiple-dose vial, labelled not for injection; singly or in packs of 2, 5 and 10 | NZ$35.82 | In stock |
| Bacteriostatic water 30 mL, own labelSealed multiple-dose vial, labelled not for injection; singly or in packs of 2, 5 and 10 | NZ$42.00 | In stock |
| Bacteriostatic water 3 mL packs, own labelSealed 3 mL vials in packs of 5, 10 and 20 | from NZ$55.54 | In stock |
| Bacteriostatic saline 30 mL (BAC sodium chloride 0.9%)Original factory-sealed vial, sold unopened | NZ$49.41 | On backorder |
| BAC water kitsVials with insulin syringes, and with swabs and a sharps container, packed sealed | from NZ$91.42 | In stock |
| Insulin syringes, pack of 200.5 mL U-100, 31G; also in multi-pack quantities | NZ$24.70 | In stock |
- Dispatch
- Same business day for orders placed before 1 pm Melbourne time, from Melbourne, tracked to New Zealand.
- Delivery
- Standard NZ$18.99 (4–7 business days) or Express NZ$39.99 (2–5 business days).
- Returns
- No change-of-mind returns. Damaged, faulty or incorrect orders are put right, and nothing limits your rights under applicable consumer law, including New Zealand’s Consumer Guarantees Act where it applies. Shipping & returns
- Payment
- Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay and Google Pay, charged in NZD.
Know what you’re buying
Clear labels. Sealed vials. Local support.
Manufacturer-labelled presentations and our own ABS range, each sold as labelled. Check the product information, vial size and pack quantity before choosing.
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Choose your presentation
Compare manufacturer-labelled BAC water and saline with our own-label vials. Each presentation’s label governs its use.
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Check the label
Review the vial volume, lot number and expiry. Product pages explain the available sizes and pack quantities.
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Supplied sealed
Vials stay sealed. Multi-vial packs and kits bring products together without opening the vials.
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Dispatched from Melbourne
Tracked delivery to New Zealand, with local support for orders and product information.
Common questions
A few things to know before ordering.
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Get in touch. Read our New Zealand shipping and returns, our guide to buying bacteriostatic water in New Zealand, and New Zealand suppliers compared.
What is bacteriostatic water?
Bacteriostatic water is sterile water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a bacteriostatic preservative, supplied in a multiple-dose vial. We stock it two ways: our own-label vials in 10, 20 and 30 mL, labelled not for injection or infusion, and the factory-sealed 30 mL manufacturer presentation, labelled as a diluent or solvent for compatible drugs that require preparation before injection. Read the label of the presentation you choose.
Is BAC water the same as bacteriostatic water?
Yes. BAC water is simply the common abbreviation for bacteriostatic water — the two terms refer to the same product. You may also see it written as bacteriostatic water for injection, BWFI, or bac water. All describe sterile water containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a bacteriostatic preservative, supplied as a multi-dose diluent.
Is the water injected by itself?
No. It is not a ready-to-administer medicine. The manufacturer product information warns that intravenous administration without a solute may cause haemolysis. Product selection and use must follow the vial label, manufacturer product information and qualified healthcare-professional direction.
How quickly will my order ship?
Orders placed before 1 pm Melbourne time on a business day dispatch the same day. Standard NZ$18.99: 4–7 business days; express NZ$39.99: 2–5 business days after dispatch.
What payment methods do you accept?
Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay and Google Pay. Payments are charged in NZD and processed through Stripe with TLS encryption.
Do you offer discounts?
Multi-vial packs and bundle kits are priced below buying the same items separately, with the saving shown on each product page.
Can I buy Hospira BAC water in New Zealand?
Yes. Our New Zealand store offers factory-sealed Hospira 30 mL bacteriostatic water alongside ABS own-label vials and packs. Prices and card payments are in NZD. Orders dispatch from Melbourne; follow the label and product information for the presentation you choose.
How much is delivery to New Zealand?
Standard shipping is NZ$18.99 per parcel, estimated at 4–7 business days after dispatch. Express is NZ$39.99, estimated at 2–5 business days. Customs processing and rural delivery can take longer. See our New Zealand shipping and returns policy for full details.