Benzyl alcohol PurCert Secondary reference standard for GC (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Synonym:  Benzenemethanol
Linear Formula:  C7H8O
Molecular Weight:  108.14
CAS Number: 100-51-6

Properties

Vapour pressure 13.3 mmHg ( 100 °C)
Water Solubility 4.29 g/100 mL
Autoignition temp. 817 °F
Explosion limit 1.3-13%(V)
Assay Purity >=99.5 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.539
B pt. 203-205 °C
M pt. 16-13°C
Density 1.045 g/mL at 25°C (lit.)
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H302 + H332,H319
Precautionary Statement  P261 - P264 - P271 - P301 + P312 - P304 + P340 + P312 - P305 + P351 + P338
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Warning
HS Code 29062100
Flash point 201°F
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 10 - Combustible liquids
UN Number 3334

Description

Application
It is widely applied in pharmaceuticals cosmetics and industrial products as a preservative solvent and fragrance ingredient.

Purpose
Its main purpose is to prevent microbial growth and to dissolve other substances effectively in various formulations.

General Description
Benzyl alcohol is a colorless liquid with a mild pleasant aroma commonly used as a solvent and preservative.