Benzyl Alcohol
Colourless liquid with a faint aromatic odour · CAS 100-51-6
Overview
Benzyl Alcohol (CAS 100-51-6) is one of the solvents & organic chemicals products Suraj Chemicals supplies to industrial, institutional and manufacturing buyers across India from our Chennai base. It is commonly used for solvent and preservative in cosmetics and pharmaceutical formulations; intermediate for benzyl esters (fragrance/flavour industry); ink and coating-formulation solvent, among other applications in the solvents & organic chemicals category. We pack Benzyl Alcohol in drums as per order quantity, and can arrange bulk, drum or tanker quantities for larger requirements — full characteristics, applications and downloadable documentation are below, or you can request a quote directly.
Specification Sheet — Characteristics
Download Specification Sheet (PDF)| Characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Assay | 99% Min |
| Water Content | 0.2% Max |
| Specific Gravity (20°C) | 1.043 – 1.046 |
| Colour (APHA) | 10 Max |
Values above are well-established typical/standard specification properties for this product, compiled from published technical references — not a batch-specific lab report. Figures can vary batch to batch — request a current certificate of analysis with your order.
Applications
- Solvent and preservative in cosmetics and pharmaceutical formulations
- Intermediate for benzyl esters (fragrance/flavour industry)
- Ink and coating-formulation solvent
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benzyl Alcohol?
Benzyl Alcohol is supplied by Suraj Chemicals as colourless liquid with a faint aromatic odour, identified by CAS number 100-51-6. It falls under our Solvents & Organic Chemicals range — see the Specification Sheet table above for its full characteristics.
What is Benzyl Alcohol used for?
Typical applications include: Solvent and preservative in cosmetics and pharmaceutical formulations; Intermediate for benzyl esters (fragrance/flavour industry); Ink and coating-formulation solvent.
How should Benzyl Alcohol be stored and handled?
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place.
What packaging and pack sizes does Suraj Chemicals supply Benzyl Alcohol in?
Drums as per order quantity. Contact us if you need a different pack size, or a bulk/tanker quantity.
What is the shelf life of Benzyl Alcohol?
Typically 24 months from date of manufacture in tightly sealed original containers, stored in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat, sparks and direct sunlight — consistent with standard practice for this class of chemical. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.
Is Benzyl Alcohol hazardous to handle?
No specific hazard is flagged for Benzyl Alcohol beyond standard industrial chemical handling precautions. We still recommend you download the Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) in the sidebar above for full GHS hazard, handling and PPE details, as good practice for any industrial chemical.
Is a Specification Sheet, TDS or MSDS available for Benzyl Alcohol?
Yes — a downloadable Specification Sheet (PDF) with full characteristics and specifications is available above, and a downloadable Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) for Benzyl Alcohol is also available above.
Can I get a sample or discuss order quantity for Benzyl Alcohol?
Yes — use the Request Price & Availability button or WhatsApp us with your required quantity, and our team will confirm pricing, minimum order quantity, sample availability and delivery timelines for Benzyl Alcohol.