PRODUCT DATA SHEET (TDS)
1. Product Identification
| Item | Details |
| Product Name | Benzyl Alcohol |
| CAS No. | 100-51-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C₇H₈O |
| Molecular Weight | 108.14 g/mol |
| Appearance | Clear, colourless, oily liquid |
2. Typical Specifications
| Analysis Item | Unit | Standard | Typical Test Result |
| Appearance | – | Clear, colourless, oily liquid | Clear, colourless, oily liquid |
| Purity | % | ≥ 99.9 | 99.97 |
| Specific Gravity (20℃) | kg/m³ | 1042–1047 | 1045 |
| Refractive Index (20℃) | – | 1.538–1.541 | 1.540 |
| Benzaldehyde | % | ≤ 0.07 | 0.01 |
| Benzyl Chloride | % | ≤ 0.005 | 0.001 |
| Color (Hz) | Hz | ≤ 10 | 5 |
| Acid Value | mgKOH/g | ≤ 0.5 | 0.1 |
| Clarity of Solution (1+30) | – | Clear | Passed |
| Moisture | % | ≤ 0.1 | 0.02 |
3. Physical & Chemical Properties
| Item | Details |
| Melting Point | -15.3 ℃ |
| Boiling Point | 205 ℃ |
| Flash Point (closed cup) | 101 ℃ |
| Density | 1.045 g/cm³ (20 ℃) |
| Solubility | Soluble in water, alcohols, ethers, and common organic solvents |
| Stability | Stable under normal conditions; avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents |
4. Applications
- Widely used as a solvent, preservative, and intermediate in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and fragrance industries.
- Applied in the production of esters, plasticizers, and synthetic resins.
- Used as a raw material for manufacturing benzyl esters, which serve as additives in coatings and inks.
- Acts as a coupling agent in water-based coatings and as a solvent for epoxy resin curing agents.
5. Packaging & Storage
- Packaging: ISO tank (24MT per lot) or 200kg steel drums.
- Storage: Keep in a cool, dry, well-ventilated warehouse. Store away from heat sources, oxidizing agents, and incompatible materials.
- Shelf Life: 24 months under proper storage conditions.
6. Safety & Handling
- Use standard personal protective equipment (safety goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, and protective clothing) during handling.
- Avoid inhalation of vapors and direct contact with skin and eyes.
- In case of contact, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice if irritation persists.
- Refer to the product SDS for detailed safety, handling, and disposal instructions.
