| Synonyms: |
Benzyl Alcohol; Phenylmethanol; Benzenemethanol; Benzyl Alcohol BP/USP; CAS 100-51-6 |
| CAS NO.: |
100-51-6 |
| Molecular Formula: |
C7H8O
|
| Molecular Weight: |
108.14 |
| Physical and chemical properties: |
| Item |
Specification |
Test Result |
| Appearance |
Clear, colorless, oily liquid |
PASSED |
| Color (Hazen) |
≤10 |
5 |
| Purity |
≥99.95% |
99.98% |
| Benzaldehyde |
≤300 ppm |
175 ppm |
| Specific Gravity (20°C) |
1.043 – 1.048 |
1.045 |
| Acidity (as Benzoic Acid) |
≤0.1% |
0.08% |
| Chloride |
≤0.005% |
PASSED |
| Clarity of Solution (1+30) |
Clear |
PASSED |
| Water Content |
≤0.1% |
0.043% |
| Refractive Index (20°C) |
1.538 – 1.541 |
1.540 |
|
| Uses: |
- Cosmetics & Personal Care
Widely used as a solvent, preservative and fragrance fixative in creams, lotions, shampoos, perfumes and makeup products, providing mild bacteriostatic properties and improving product stability.
- Pharmaceutical Industry
Used as a solvent, bacteriostatic agent and preservative in injectable drugs, topical ointments and oral liquid preparations, approved by major global pharmacopoeias.
- Epoxy Resin & Adhesives
Acts as a reactive diluent and curing agent for epoxy resins, improving resin processability, reducing viscosity and enhancing the flexibility and adhesion of cured products.
- Coatings & Printing Inks
Used as a high-boiling solvent and coalescing agent in industrial coatings, automotive paints, wood coatings and printing inks, improving film formation and leveling properties.
- Photography & Imaging
Essential component of photographic developers and fixers, acting as a solvent and swelling agent for photographic emulsions.
- Fine Chemical Synthesis
Key intermediate for the production of benzyl esters, benzyl ethers, fragrances, dyes and pharmaceutical active ingredients.
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| Packing: |
210kg iron drum, 1050kg IBC tote. Customized packaging specifications are available on request. |
| Storage: |
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated warehouse. Keep container tightly sealed, away from heat, sparks and oxidizing agents. |
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