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Benzyl Alcohol MF: C7H8O MW: 108.14, the simplest fatty alcohol containing a phenyl group, is a colorless transparent liquid with a faint aromatic odor. However, prolonged storage may cause oxidation to form benzaldehyde and benzoic acid, imparting a bitter almond-like odor. Phenylmethanol occurs naturally in plants such as jasmine, orange blossom, and cloves. Industrially, it is primarily produced through methods including toluene oxidation, hydrolyzation of chlorobenzyl alcohol, or reduction of benzaldehyde. Additionally, Phenylmethanol readily oxidizes to benzoic acid under various oxidizing agents (e.g., concentrated nitric acid). It possesses anesthetic properties and strongly irritates the eyes, skin, and respiratory system. Ingestion, inhalation, or skin contact is harmful.
| Item | Specification |
| Melting point | -15°C |
| Boiling point | 205°C |
| Density | 1.045 g/mL at 25°C (lit.) |
| Vapor density | 3.7 (vs air) |
| Vapor pressure | 13.3 mmHg (100°C) |
| Refractive index | n20/D 1.539 (lit.) |
| Flash point | 201°F |
| Acidity coefficient (pKa） | 14.36 ± 0.10 (Predicted) |
| APHA | ≤20 |
| Relative polarity | 0.608 |
| Relative polarity | Sparingly soluble in water; readily soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol, diethyl ether, and acetone. |
Pharmaceutical Applications: Primarily used for local anesthesia and preservation, such as in injectable solutions as a solvent and preservative; topical formulations for head lice treatment; synthetic intermediate for antibiotics, fragrances, and other pharmaceuticals.
Cosmetic Applications: Used as a fragrance component in perfumes, soaps, and skincare products; fixative and solvent; preservative in cosmetics.
Industrial applications include serving as a medium-boiling-point solvent and plasticizer, widely used in epoxy resins, coatings, inks, and adhesives.
Used to synthesize surfactants for chemical products like detergents and emulsifiers.
Used to prepare benzyl alcohol-based paint removers, offering superior environmental performance compared to traditional products.
Used as a flavoring agent in chewing gum, baked goods, and beverages.
Used as a solvent for meat printing inks, ballpoint pen ink, and photographic developers.
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