Benzyl Alcohol CAS 100-51-6
Chemical name:Benzyl Alcohol
Synonymous names:Benzylalkohol
Benzenecarbinol
CAS No: 100-51-6
Molecular formula:C7H8O
Content:≥99%
Molecular weight:108.15
EINECS:202-859-9
Appearance:Colorless and transparent liquid with aromatic odor
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Structural formula:
Product Description:
Test Item | Specification | Result |
Appearance | Clear, colorless, oily liquid | Passed |
Purity % | 99.95min | 99.98 |
Benzaldehyde(ppm) | 300max | 185 |
Acidity(As benzoic acid)% | 0.1max | 0.06 |
Color(Hazen) | 10Max | 3 |
Specific Gravity(20 ℃) | 1.043-1.048 | 1.045 |
Refractive index(20 ℃) | 1.538-1.541 | 1.540 |
Water% | 0.1max | 0.024 |
Clarity of Solution(1+30) | Clear | Passed |
Dangerous goods transport number | UN 1593 6.1/PG 3 | |
customs number | 29062100 | |
refractive index | n20/D 1.539(lit.) | |
water soluble | 4.29 g/100 mL (25 ºC) |
Properties and Usage:
Benzyl alcohol is a simple aromatic alcohol that is widely used in food, fragrances, cosmetics and industrial chemicals. As a phenyl-substituted carbinol, it occurs in nature primarily as an ester in essential oils and is a very useful perfume fixative and solvent.
In terms of food and spices, benzyl alcohol is one of the indispensable spices when formulating flavors. It is often used to prepare flavors for soaps, perfumes and daily necessities. It is also allowed to be used as a food flavoring and can be added as a preservative in cosmetics. .
In the pharmaceutical field, benzyl alcohol is one of the raw materials for antibacterial drugs and is widely used in medicines. It is often used as a preservative in ointments or liquids, and is also a solvent for vitamin B injections.
In addition, benzyl alcohol is widely used in the production of industrial chemicals. It is often used as an intermediate in the synthesis of various dyes and is also one of the intermediates in the preparation of benzyl esters or ethers. In industrial applications, benzyl alcohol can be used as a paint solvent, a stabilizer for polyvinyl chloride, a desiccant for nylon filaments, fibers and plastic films, a cellulose ester, a casein solvent, and is also widely used in the manufacture of ballpoint pen oil and other paint solvents. wait.
In summary, benzyl alcohol, as a multifunctional chemical, plays an important role in the food, pharmaceutical and industrial fields, providing strong support for the development and progress of various industries.
Packaging specifications:
200kg/drum, or customized according to customer requirements
Storage precautions: Store in a cool, ventilated warehouse. Keep away from fire and heat sources. Should be stored separately from oxidizing agents