{"id":2856,"date":"2025-06-09T10:16:58","date_gmt":"2025-06-09T08:16:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/vichemic.pl\/benzyl-alcohol-a-mild-solvent-and-preservative-with-a-wide-range-of-uses\/"},"modified":"2025-12-13T00:07:10","modified_gmt":"2025-12-12T23:07:10","slug":"benzyl-alcohol-a-mild-solvent-and-preservative-with-a-wide-range-of-uses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vichemic.pl\/en\/benzyl-alcohol-a-mild-solvent-and-preservative-with-a-wide-range-of-uses\/","title":{"rendered":"Benzyl alcohol &#8211; a mild solvent and preservative with a wide range of uses"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Benzyl alcohol<\/strong> (CAS: 100-51-6) is a colorless liquid with a delicate, slightly floral odor. Known for its wide range of applications, it is used as a solvent, preservative and fragrance ingredient in the <g id=\"gid_1\">cosmetic<\/g>, <g id=\"gid_2\">pharmaceutical<\/g>, chemical and technical industries. Its mild toxicological profile and good solubility make it one of the most versatile solutions for industries requiring precision and safety.  <\/p>\n\n<p>Available from <a href=\"https:\/\/vichemic.pl\/en\/offers\/household-chemicals\/akrylamid\/\">Vichemic<\/a>, benzyl alcohol is an integral part of many professional formulations and processes.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Chemical characteristics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Chemical name:<\/strong> benzyl alcohol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sum formula:<\/strong> <sub>C7H8O<\/sub><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Molar mass:<\/strong> 108.14 g\/mol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>CAS number:<\/strong> 100-51-6<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>EC (EINECS) number:<\/strong> 202-859-9<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Physical form:<\/strong> Colorless liquid with a characteristic odor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Melting point:<\/strong> -15 \u00b0C<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Boiling point:<\/strong> 205 \u00b0C<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Solubility:<\/strong> Well soluble in alcohol, ether, moderately soluble in water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Application of benzyl alcohol<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. cosmetics and dermocosmetics<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>In the <a href=\"https:\/\/vichemic.pl\/en\/offers\/cosmetic-industry\/\">cosmetics industry<\/a>, benzyl alcohol acts as a preservative, supports the shelf life of products and improves their microbiological stability. It is used in creams, emulsions, shampoos and perfumes, among others. It is also an ingredient in fragrances, as it has its own delicate aroma.   <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. pharmacy and medicine<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>In <a href=\"https:\/\/vichemic.pl\/en\/offers\/pharmaceutical-industry\/\">pharmacy<\/a>, it is used as a solvent in injectable drugs and as a preservative in topical preparations. It often appears in eye wash solutions and dermatological gels. Because of its compliance with pharmacopeial standards, it is widely accepted by regulatory authorities.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. technical chemistry and industry<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>Benzyl alcohol is used as a solvent in paints, varnishes, dyes and resins. With its high boiling point and low volatility, it ensures even distribution and durability of formulas. It is widely used in <a href=\"https:\/\/vichemic.pl\/en\/offers\/household-chemicals\/\">household chemicals<\/a> and the plastics industry.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. laboratories and analysis<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>In laboratory applications, benzyl alcohol is used as a component of reagents, an extraction solvent and a component of buffer and diagnostic solutions. It is compatible with many organic solvents and shows good chemical stability. <\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Safety and storage<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p>Benzyl alcohol is considered one of the safest aromatic alcohols used industrially, but in large quantities it can be an irritant.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Flammable product &#8211; store in a cool, ventilated place<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid contact with skin and eyes when clean<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recommended to work with protective gloves and goggles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Interesting facts about gasoline alcohol<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Naturally occurs in the essential oils of jasmine, ylang-ylang and hyacinth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is an ingredient in many OTC drugs (e.g. eye drops, ointments)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In perfumery used as a fragrance carrier and fixative<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Summary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p><strong>Benzyl alcohol<\/strong> is a chemical compound with a very wide range of applications &#8211; from cosmetics to pharmaceuticals to industrial uses. Its mildness, stability and effectiveness make it a valued ingredient by manufacturers and end users alike. <\/p>\n\n<p>Check the current offer and availability of the product in <a href=\"https:\/\/vichemic.pl\/en\/offers\/household-chemicals\/\">the household chemicals section<\/a> at <a href=\"https:\/\/vichemic.pl\/en\/\">vichemic.co.uk.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Benzyl alcohol (CAS: 100-51-6) is a colorless liquid with a delicate, slightly floral odor. Known for its wide range of applications, it is used as a solvent, preservative and fragrance ingredient in the cosmetic, pharmaceutical, chemical and technical industries. 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