Simulated Urine for Corrosion Testing of Urological Implants – pH 6.0, Stabilized BZ188
Product Code: BZ188
Manufacturer: Biochemazone
Available Pack Sizes: 100 mL, 200 mL, 500 mL, 1 L
Custom Bulk Quantities Available
Product Overview
Biochemazone Simulated Urine for Corrosion Testing of Urological Implants, Stabilized BZ188 is a sterile, ready-to-use simulated urine at pH 6.0 designed for corrosion testing of urological implants. The formulation simulates the mineral composition and pH of natural urine and contains a non-toxic stabilizer that prevents microbial and fungal growth.
BZ188 is used for the study and testing of catheters, urological implants and bio-metallic parts, and for research on how materials and surfaces behave in urine. Because it is stabilized, it is the practical choice for long test runs and for laboratories that keep a bottle in use over a period of time.
BZ188 is supplied stabilized, with a 1-year shelf life unopened. The not-stabilized, preservative-free version, with a 6-month shelf life, is Artificial Urine for Corrosion Testing of Urological Implants, Non Stabilized (BZ101); choose it when a preservative could interfere with the test. The pH and contents can be customized. This solution is intended for product testing and research, not for in vivo or medical use. For a stabilized urine at pH 6.5 see Artificial Urine Stabilized (BZ104).
Key Features & Benefits
✅ For Corrosion Testing – Designed for corrosion testing of urological implants
✅ pH 6.0 – Custom pH on request
✅ Stabilized – Non-toxic stabilizer prevents microbial and fungal growth; 1-year shelf life unopened
✅ Sterile & Ready to Use – No weighing, mixing or pH adjustment before the test
✅ Reproducible & Standardized – Consistent batch-to-batch composition for routine QC and inter-laboratory comparison
✅ Made in Canada – Manufactured under ISO 9001 / GMP quality systems
Applications
🔩 Implant Corrosion Testing
• Metallic biomaterials for urological implants
• Coatings and surface treatments
• Bio-metallic parts
🩺 Catheters & Urological Devices
• Urinary catheters
• Urological implants in contact with urine
• Device materials and components
🔬 Materials Research
• Behaviour of metals and alloys in urine
• Comparison of materials and surface finishes
• Long-term immersion studies
🏭 Quality Control
• Routine product testing
• Incoming-material checks
• Reproducible replacement for collected urine
Typical Properties
- Appearance: Clear, colourless solution
- pH: 6.0 (customizable)
- Composition: Mineral salts simulating the composition of natural urine in purified water, with a non-toxic stabilizer
- Format: Sterile, ready-to-use liquid, stabilized
Storage, Shelf Life & Transportation
- Storage Temperature: 2–30 °C, protected from light
- Transportation: At room temperature
- Shelf Life: 1 year (unopened)
- Preservative-Free Version: See BZ101 (not stabilized) – shelf life 6 months unopened at 2–30 °C
- Powder Version Kit: Available on request – 2-year shelf life, easy to reconstitute and suitable for culture-related applications; recommended when a preservative is not required
- After Opening: Handle aseptically; close tightly after use and do not return unused material to the container
Customization Options
Customization available on request:
- pH adjustment to the project requirement
- Modified contents to match your test protocol
- Not-stabilized (preservative-free) version (BZ101)
- Powder Version Kit, custom pack sizes and bulk carboys (5 L, 10 L, 20 L)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between BZ188 and BZ101?
Both are artificial urine at pH 6.0 for corrosion testing of urological implants. BZ188 contains a non-toxic stabilizer against microbial and fungal growth and has a 1-year shelf life unopened; BZ101 contains no preservative and has a 6-month shelf life.
Is a version without preservative available?
Yes – BZ101 is the not-stabilized version, with a 6-month shelf life unopened.
Ordering Information
BZ188 is available in standard laboratory sizes or OEM/bulk supply formats.
📄 MSDS, Technical Datasheet, and Certificate of Analysis (CoA) available upon request
📧 Email: info@biochemazone.com
🌐 Website: www.biochemazone.com
⚠️ For research, education, and in vitro testing only. Not for human or animal use.
