Buy Benzyl Alcohol Liquid CAS 100-51-6 — Pharmaceutical & Fragrance Grade

Buy Benzyl Alcohol Liquid CAS 100-51-6 — Pharmaceutical & Fragrance Grade 
Benzyl Alcohol is a naturally occurring aromatic 
primary alcohol found in many essential oils and 
plant extracts including jasmine, hyacinth, and 
ylang ylang. In industrial and pharmaceutical 
contexts it is produced synthetically at high 
purity for use as a solvent, preservative, 
antimicrobial agent, fragrance ingredient, and 
reactive diluent across pharmaceutical manufacturing, 
cosmetic formulation, fragrance, epoxy resin 
processing, and industrial chemical applications.

What makes Benzyl Alcohol exceptionally versatile 
is its simultaneous qualification for use across 
pharmaceutical, food, cosmetic, and industrial 
applications — each sector valuing different 
aspects of its chemical profile. In pharmaceuticals 
it is a standard injectable preservative. In 
fragrance it is a mild floral fixative. In epoxy 
systems it is a reactive diluent. In industrial 
chemistry it is a high-boiling specialty solvent. 
Few chemicals achieve this level of cross-sector 
applicability at commercial scale.

UAB An Group Export supplies pharmaceutical and 
fragrance-grade Benzyl Alcohol to verified buyers 
worldwide with full documentation and reliable 
international delivery.

Chemical Properties & Technical Specifications

CAS Number: 100-51-6
Other Names: Phenylmethanol, Phenylcarbinol,
             Benzenemethanol, alpha-Hydroxytoluene,
             Benzyl Alcohol, Hydroxymethylbenzene
Molecular Formula: C7H8O
Molar Mass: 108.14 g/mol
Physical Form: Liquid
Appearance: Colourless, clear liquid
Odour: Mild, pleasant, faint rose-like aromatic odour
Density: 1.044 g/cm3 at 20 deg C
Boiling Point: 205 deg C (401 deg F)
Melting Point: -15.2 deg C (4.6 deg F)
Flash Point: 100 deg C (212 deg F)
Vapour Pressure: 0.10 hPa at 20 deg C
Refractive Index: 1.538 - 1.541
Viscosity: 5.8 mPa.s at 20 deg C
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water (40 g/L at 20 deg C),
            fully miscible with ethanol, ether,
            chloroform, and most organic solvents
Log Pow (octanol/water): 1.10
Purity: >=99.8% (pharmaceutical and fragrance grade)
Water Content: <0.05%
Acidity (as Benzoic Acid): <0.05%
Benzaldehyde Content: <0.05%
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous goods for
           standard transport

Primary Applications

1. Pharmaceutical Manufacturing — 
   Injectable Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol is one of the most widely used 
antimicrobial preservatives in pharmaceutical 
injectable formulations worldwide. It is included 
in multi-dose injectable vials at concentrations 
of 0.9-2.0% v/v to prevent microbial contamination 
between doses. Its broad-spectrum antimicrobial 
activity against bacteria, yeasts, and moulds 
combined with its low toxicity profile at 
preservative concentrations and compatibility 
with most active pharmaceutical ingredients 
make it the standard injectable preservative 
in global pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is 
listed in USP, BP, and EP as an approved 
pharmaceutical excipient for parenteral use.

2. Pharmaceutical Topical Formulations
Beyond injectable use, Benzyl Alcohol is used 
as a local anaesthetic and antimicrobial agent 
in topical pharmaceutical formulations including 
wound care products, antipruritic preparations, 
and specialty dermatological formulations. 
It is also approved as an active ingredient 
in topical pediculicidal (head lice treatment) 
products at concentrations of 5% where it 
acts by causing respiratory distress in lice.

3. Fragrance and Perfumery
Benzyl Alcohol is a classic fragrance material 
used in fine fragrance and functional fragrance 
as a mild, sweet, faintly rose-like aromatic 
ingredient and fixative. Its moderate volatility 
and pleasant but subtle aroma make it a useful 
carrier and modifier in floral, oriental, and 
fresh fragrance compositions. It is also used 
as a solvent for other fragrance ingredients 
and as a carrier for fragrance oil dilution. 
Note: Benzyl Alcohol is listed as a fragrance 
allergen under EU Cosmetics Regulation at 
concentrations above 0.01% in leave-on products 
and 0.1% in rinse-off products — labelling 
requirements apply in EU markets.

4. Cosmetic Formulation — Preservative and Solvent
Benzyl Alcohol is approved for use as a 
preservative in cosmetic formulations under 
EU Cosmetics Regulation (Annex V) at maximum 
concentrations of 1.0% in rinse-off products 
and 0.5% in leave-on products (excluding oral 
care and lip products). It provides effective 
antimicrobial preservation activity against 
gram-positive bacteria and yeasts, making it 
a key component of paraben-free and 
natural-positioned cosmetic preservative 
systems. It is also used as a solvent for 
cosmetic active ingredients and as a 
fragrance carrier in skincare, haircare, 
and personal care formulations.

5. Epoxy Resin Systems — Reactive Diluent
Benzyl Alcohol is widely used as a reactive 
diluent in epoxy resin coating and adhesive 
systems. As a reactive diluent it reduces 
the viscosity of epoxy resin formulations 
for improved application characteristics 
while chemically incorporating into the 
cured epoxy network — unlike non-reactive 
solvents which evaporate and can cause 
coating defects. It improves flow, levelling, 
and penetration of epoxy coatings applied 
to concrete, metal, and other industrial 
substrates. It is also used as a curing 
agent for certain epoxy resin systems at 
elevated temperatures.

6. Industrial Solvent Applications
Benzyl Alcohol is used as a specialty 
high-boiling solvent in industrial 
applications including paint stripping 
formulations, coating removal systems, 
textile dyeing auxiliaries, printing ink 
formulations, and specialty cleaning 
compounds. Its high boiling point (205 deg C), 
broad material solubility, and relatively 
low vapour pressure make it effective in 
applications where slow, controlled 
evaporation is advantageous.

7. Food Flavouring
Benzyl Alcohol is approved as a food 
flavouring agent under FEMA GRAS status 
and EU food flavouring regulations, used 
in food and beverage products to contribute 
mild floral and rose-like flavour notes in 
confectionery, beverages, and bakery 
applications.

Order Information

Benzyl Alcohol is available from UAB An Group 
Export in the following configurations:

- Sample orders: 1L and 5L units — $150.00 per litre
- Bulk orders: 20L, 100L, and pallet quantities
- Custom volumes available on request for 
  ongoing supply contracts

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