Benzyl alcohol

Description

1. Product Overview

Benzyl Alcohol is a high-purity aromatic alcohol widely used as a solvent, preservative, and intermediate in chemical manufacturing. It serves as a critical component across pharmaceuticals, personal care formulations, coatings, and industrial processing due to its excellent solvency and low volatility. The key value proposition lies in its multifunctional performance—acting as both a solvent and stabilizing agent—while maintaining compatibility with a broad range of organic compounds. Strategically, benzyl alcohol is an essential building block in global supply chains, enabling efficient formulation, synthesis, and product stability across multiple high-value industries.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition:
  • Benzyl Alcohol (C₆H₅CH₂OH)
  • Trace water and minimal organic impurities
• Purity Level / Grade:
  • Typically ≥99.5% purity
  • Available in industrial, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic grades
  • Conforms to relevant international standards (e.g., USP, BP, or equivalent upon request)
• Physical Characteristics:
  • Liquid form
  • Color: Clear, colorless
  • Mild aromatic odor
  • Density: ~1.04 g/cm³ at 20°C
  • Low volatility and moderate viscosity
• Packaging Options:
  • Bulk ISO tank containers
  • Drums (200–250 kg)
  • IBC containers (1,000L)
• Shelf Life:
  • Typically 24 months under sealed, dry storage conditions
  • Store in tightly closed containers away from moisture and direct sunlight

3. Core Industrial Applications

Primary Industries:

• Pharmaceuticals and healthcare
• Personal care and cosmetics
• Paints, coatings, and inks
• Chemical manufacturing
• Agrochemicals

Operational Use Cases:

• Solvent for paints, coatings, inks, and epoxy systems
• Preservative and bacteriostatic agent in pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations
• Intermediate in the synthesis of esters, plasticizers, and pharmaceuticals
• Carrier solvent in agrochemical formulations

Performance & Cost Advantages:
Benzyl alcohol delivers superior solvency for a wide range of polar and non-polar compounds, reducing the need for multiple solvent systems. Its low volatility enhances workplace safety and minimizes evaporation losses, while its dual functionality reduces formulation complexity. Industrial buyers benefit from consistent performance, improved formulation stability, and cost efficiency through multifunctional use.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency: High-purity production with strict quality control and batch traceability
• Supply Reliability: Stable global production capacity ensuring uninterrupted supply
• Logistics Capability: Flexible packaging and compliant international bulk shipping solutions
• Price Competitiveness: Efficient production processes enabling competitive market pricing
• Sustainability Benefits: Lower emissions due to low volatility and efficient usage in formulations
• Technical Documentation: Full documentation including COA, SDS, and regulatory compliance certificates available

Positioned as a strategic sourcing solution, benzyl alcohol enables manufacturers to enhance product performance, streamline formulations, and maintain compliance with global quality standards.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20MT
• Loading Capacity (MT per container): Approximately 20–25 MT per 20’ ISO tank container (depending on packaging and regulatory requirements)