Phenethyl alcohol, 99%

Name: Phenethyl alcohol, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019312

About Phenethyl alcohol, 99%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Phenethyl alcohol in Puriss grade, an aroma chemical registered under CAS number 60-12-8 at a purity of 99%. The compound has the formula C8H10O, corresponding to a molecular weight of 122.16 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-phenylethanol. Alternative names: Benzyl carbinol and PEA.

It is supplied as a colourless liquid. Literature values give a melting point of -27 °C and a density of 1.020 g/mL at 20 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for flavour formulation, fragrance compounding and aroma research. Buyers come mainly from food and beverage processing and cosmetics and personal care.

We offer Phenethyl alcohol in 100 mL, 500 mL, 25 kg and 200 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Phenethyl alcohol, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019312
CAS Number	60-12-8
IUPAC name	2-phenylethanol
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₀O
Molecular weight	122.16 g/mol
Exact mass	122.0732
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29062920
InChIKey	WRMNZCZEMHIOCP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C(C=C1)CCO
PubChem CID	6054

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Melting point	-27 °C
Density	1.020 g/mL at 20 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
UN number	UN 2810
Synonyms	Benzyl carbinol, PEA, Phenylethyl alcohol, Benzeneethanol, Phenylethanol, Phenethanol, 2-Phenylethyl alcohol, beta-Phenylethanol, Benzylcarbinol, beta-Phenylethyl alcohol, 2-PEA, 2-Hydroxyethylbenzene

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264, P264 + P265, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P305 + P351 + P338, P330, P337 + P317, 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 60-12-8

Synthesis

2-Phenyl ethanol, 98%

CAS: 60-12-8
Formula: C₈H₁₀O
MW: 122.16 g/mol

VQ-019122

IP

2-Phenyl ethanol, IP

CAS: 60-12-8
Formula: C₈H₁₀O
MW: 122.16 g/mol

VQ-047020

AR

2-Phenylethanol, GR 99%+

CAS: 60-12-8
Formula: C₈H₁₀O
MW: 122.16 g/mol

VQ-019123

Synthesis

Phenylethyl alcohol, 98%

CAS: 60-12-8
Formula: C₈H₁₀O
MW: 122.16 g/mol

VQ-019324

Puriss

Phenylethyl alcohol, puriss, 98%

CAS: 60-12-8
Formula: C₈H₁₀O
MW: 122.16 g/mol

VQ-019325

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Phenethyl alcohol, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Phenethyl alcohol, 99% is 60-12-8. It is also known as Benzyl carbinol, PEA, Phenylethyl alcohol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Phenethyl alcohol, 99%?

Phenethyl alcohol, 99% has the molecular formula C8H10O and a molecular weight of 122.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-phenylethanol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Phenethyl alcohol, 99% can I order?

We supply Phenethyl alcohol, 99% in Puriss (99%) grade, in 100 mL, 500 mL, 25 kg, 200 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Phenethyl alcohol, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Phenethyl alcohol, 99% 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 Phenethyl alcohol, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Phenethyl alcohol, 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 2810), 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.