Benzyl Alcohol

Name: Benzyl Alcohol
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010027

About Benzyl Alcohol

Benzyl Alcohol (CAS 100-51-6) is an alcohol building block offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Formula C7H8O, molecular weight 108.14 g/mol. The IUPAC name is phenylmethanol. Alternative names: Benzenecarbinol and (Hydroxymethyl)benzene.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, Benzyl Alcohol is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. Stock is available for quick dispatch. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation. Larger quantities and custom packaging are available. Request a quote for pricing and lead time.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Benzyl Alcohol
Catalogue No.	VQ-010027
CAS Number	100-51-6
Other CAS	20194-18-7, 22379-62-0, 2092-14-0, 15082-42-5
IUPAC name	phenylmethanol
Molecular formula	C₇H₈O
Molecular weight	108.14 g/mol
Exact mass	108.0575
Grade	Reference Standard
InChIKey	WVDDGKGOMKODPV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)CO
PubChem CID	244

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
Synonyms	Benzenecarbinol, (Hydroxymethyl)benzene, Benzylic alcohol, GTA 220, Phenylcarbinol, Phenylmethyl alcohol, alpha-Hydroxytoluene, alpha-Toluenol, benzenemethanol, Hydroxytoluene, Benzoyl alcohol, Phenolcarbinol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P272, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 100-51-6

Extra Pure

Benzyl alcohol, 98%

CAS: 100-51-6
Formula: C₇H₈O
MW: 108.14 g/mol

VQ-019141

Benzyl alcohol, anhydrous, 99.8%

CAS: 100-51-6
Formula: C₇H₈O
MW: 108.14 g/mol

VQ-019142

BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur. / …

Benzyl Alcohol, BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur., ACS, AR

CAS: 100-51-6
Formula: C₇H₈O
MW: 108.14 g/mol

VQ-047100

GC

Benzyl Alcohol, for GC 99.5%

CAS: 100-51-6
Formula: C₇H₈O
MW: 108.14 g/mol

VQ-045540

GC / Reference Standa…

Benzyl Alcohol, for GC, Reference Standard

CAS: 100-51-6
Formula: C₇H₈O
MW: 108.14 g/mol

VQ-045949

HPLC

Benzyl Alcohol, for HPLC ≥99.8%

CAS: 100-51-6
Formula: C₇H₈O
MW: 108.14 g/mol

VQ-045626

HPLC / Spectroscopy

Benzyl Alcohol, for HPLC, for spectroscopy ≥99.80%

CAS: 100-51-6
Formula: C₇H₈O
MW: 108.14 g/mol

VQ-046963

AR

Benzyl alcohol, GR 99%+

CAS: 100-51-6
Formula: C₇H₈O
MW: 108.14 g/mol

VQ-019143

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Benzyl Alcohol?

The CAS Registry Number of Benzyl Alcohol is 100-51-6. It is also known as Benzenecarbinol, (Hydroxymethyl)benzene, Benzylic alcohol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzyl Alcohol?

Benzyl Alcohol has the molecular formula C7H8O and a molecular weight of 108.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is phenylmethanol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Benzyl Alcohol can I order?

We supply Benzyl Alcohol in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg, 500 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Benzyl Alcohol?

Yes. Every lot of Benzyl Alcohol is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Benzyl Alcohol be shipped internationally?

Yes. Benzyl Alcohol is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.