Detailed Description
Benzyl Alcohol appears as a clear, colorless liquid with a faint aromatic odor. It is slightly soluble in water and readily miscible with alcohols, ethers, and most organic solvents. Due to its stable chemical structure and moderate boiling point, Benzyl Alcohol provides controlled evaporation and effective solvency for a wide range of resins, oils, and active ingredients.
From a buyer’s perspective, critical quality parameters include assay, moisture content, color (APHA), acidity, and impurity profile. Consistent purity and low odor are essential for applications in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and specialty formulations.
Key Characteristics
Excellent solvent power for resins, oils, and actives
Low volatility and high boiling point
Mild odor and good formulation compatibility
Stable chemical performance
Suitable for industrial, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic grades
Applications
PharmaceuticalsUsed as a solvent, preservative, and bacteriostatic…