Benzyl alcohol (BnOH) is a monoaromatic primary alcohol widely used as a solvent and an intermediate in cosmetic formulations, pharmaceutical and flavor/fragrance industries. It shows bacteriostatic property. Commercial method for its synthesis is by the alkaline hydrolysis of benzyl chloride. Conformational studies by ab initio calculations shows gauche cis conformation around the alcoholic group.
Benzyl alcohol may be used for the benzylation of toluene.
Grade: ACS reagent grade
Product Type: Solvents
Chemical Class: Non-Polar
Density: 1.0442 g/cm3 at 22.5°C (Lit.)
Auto Ignition: 436°C (817 °F) (Lit.)
Boiling Point: 205.4°C at 1013 hPa (Lit.)
Melting Point: -15.3°C (Lit.)
Vapor Density: 3.7 (vs air) (Lit.)
Vapor Pressure: 0.03 hPa at 20°C; 13.3 mmHg (100°C), 3.75 mmHg (77°C) (Lit.)
Refractive Index: n20/D 1.539 (Lit.)
Presentation: Clear Liquid
Format: Liquid
Color (APHA): ≤20
Residue on ignition: ≤0.005%
NOTES: Acetophenone: ≤0.02%; Benzaldehyde: ≤0.01%
Storage & Handling: Store at Room Temperature (15-30°C)