W213713

Benzyl alcohol

natural, ≥98%, FG

• Synonym(s): Benzenemethanol
• Linear Formula: C₆H₅CH₂OH
• CAS Number: 100-51-6
• Molecular Weight: 108.14
• FEMA Number: 2137
• Beilstein: 878307
• EC Number: 202-859-9
• Council of Europe no.: 58
• MDL number: MFCD00004599
• UNSPSC Code: 12164502
• PubChem Substance ID: 24900876
• Flavis number: 2.010
• NACRES: NA.21

Properties

• grade: FG; Fragrance grade; Halal; Kosher; natural
• Quality Level: 400
• Agency: follows IFRA guidelines; meets purity specifications of JECFA
• reg. compliance: EU Regulation 1223/2009; EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 178/2002; FDA 21 CFR 117
• vapor density: 3.7 (vs air)
• vapor pressure: 13.3 mmHg ( 100 °C); 3.75 mmHg ( 77 °C)
• Assay: ≥98%
• form: liquid
• autoignition temp.: 817 °F
• shelf life: 5 yr
• composition: contains IFRA restricted benzyl alcohol
• greener alternative product characteristics: Less Hazardous Chemical Syntheses; Use of Renewable Feedstocks; Learn more about the Principles of Green Chemistry.
• technique(s): UV/Vis spectroscopy: suitable
• refractive index: n20/D 1.539 (lit.)
• bp: 203-205 °C (lit.)
• mp: −16-−13 °C (lit.)
• density: 1.045 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
• application(s): flavors and fragrances
• Documentation: see Safety & Documentation for available documents
• food allergen: no known allergens
• fragrance allergen: benzyl alcohol
• greener alternative category: Aligned
• Organoleptic: fruity; floral; balsamic; sweet
• SMILES string: OCc1ccccc1
• InChI: 1S/C7H8O/c8-6-7-4-2-1-3-5-7/h1-5,8H,6H2
• InChI key: WVDDGKGOMKODPV-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Description

General description

Benzyl alcohol is an aromatic alcohol that is used as a flavoring agent and fragrance ingredient.

We are committed to bringing you Greener Alternative Products, which adhere to one of the four categories of Greener Alternatives . This product is a Biobased products, showing key improvements in Green Chemistry Principles “Less Hazardous Chemical Syntheses” and “Use of Renewable Feedstock”.

Application

• Ni-Co hexacyanoferrate hollow nanoprism with CN vacancy for electrocatalytic benzyl alcohol oxidation.: This study explores the catalytic potential of benzyl alcohol in electrochemical oxidation processes using novel nanoprism catalysts. The research highlights the efficient conversion of benzyl alcohol to benzaldehyde, providing insights into sustainable chemical synthesis and energy conversion technologies (Lv et al., 2024).


• Combining anodic alcohol oxidative coupling for C-C bond formation with cathodic ammonia production.: This research utilizes benzyl alcohol in a dual electrocatalytic system that not only enhances C-C bond formation but also contributes to environmentally friendly ammonia production, showcasing the compound′s versatility in green chemistry applications (Xu et al., 2024).

Safety Information

• Pictograms: GHS07
• Signal Word: Warning
• Hazard Statements: H302 + H332,H319
• Precautionary Statements: P261 - P264 - P271 - P301 + P312 - P304 + P340 + P312 - P305 + P351 + P338
• Hazard Classifications: Acute Tox. 4 Inhalation - Acute Tox. 4 Oral - Eye Irrit. 2
• Storage Class Code: 10 - Combustible liquids
• WGK: WGK 1
• Flash Point(F): 213.8 °F - DIN 51758
• Flash Point(C): 101 °C - DIN 51758
• Personal Protective Equipment: dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves