Benzyl Alcohol, Reagent, ACS
Benzyl Alcohol, Reagent, ACS, is a high-quality, colorless liquid derived from natural sources, including plants and fruits. With its complete miscibility in alcohol and diethyl ether, it serves as an excellent general solvent, characterized by its polarity and low vapor pressure. This unique combination makes it a preferred choice in various applications, including its frequent use in ink and epoxy resin coatings.
Quality Assurance
As an ACS grade quality reagent, Benzyl Alcohol meets stringent chemical specifications that are recognized as the gold standard for high-purity substances. This guarantees that it is suitable for rigorous laboratory applications, adhering to the highest quality and purity regulations.
Key Specifications
| Chemical CAS Number |
100-51-6 |
| Chemical Formula |
C7H8O |
| Chemical Formula Weight |
F.W. 108.14 |
| Chemical Specs |
Assay (C6H5CH2OH; GC) Min. 99.0%
MAXIMUM LIMITS:
Color (APHA) 20
Residue after Ignition 0.005%
Acetophenone (C6H5COCH3) 0.02%
Benzaldehyde (C6H5CHO) 0.01% |
| Chemical Storage Info |
LIGHT SENSITIVE: Keep tightly closed in light-resistant containers. |
| Chemical UPS Limit |
70 lb |
| Health |
2 |
| Flammability |
2 |
| Chemical Category |
A.C.S. |
Hazard Information
This reagent is classified with a health hazard rating of 2 and a flammability hazard rating of 2, indicating that it should be handled with caution.
