Benzyl Alcohol EP-Ph.Eur / USP

Benzyl Alcohol (EP/Ph.Eur) / USP: High-Purity Pharmaceutical Grade for Advanced Formulations

Benzyl Alcohol EP (Ph.Eur) is Pharma grade , fully compliant with the rigorous standards of the European Pharmacopoeia (EP/Ph.Eur) and US Pharmacopoeia. Recognised for its purity and versatility, Benzyl Alcohol EP is widely used in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and cosmetic industries for its excellent solvent and preservative properties.

Key Features and Specifications

  • Molecular Formula:            C7H8O
  • Molecular Weight:             108.14
  • CAS:                                            100-51-6
  • FEMA:                                        213
 Specification

  • Physical State                                  Clear Colourless Liquid
  • Odour                                                   Faint Aromatic
  • ID                                                            Conforms
  • Specific Gravity at 20 º C          1.043 – 1.049
  • Refractive Index at 20 º C         1.538 – 1.541
  • Solubility                                             Miscible in Alcohol, 1ml in 30ml water
  • Assay (Purity%)                               99.0% Min
  • Clarity of Solution                          Colourless
  • Colour of Solution                          Colourless
  • Peroxide value (Meq)                    5.0 Max
  • Acidity                                                   1.0 Max
  • Non-Volatile Residue                    0.05% Max
  • Aldehydes                                            0.2% Max
  • Impurity A (benzaldehyde)                 Max. 0.15 %
  • Impurity B (cyclohexylmethanol)   Max. 0.10 %
  • Impurity Rt < BOH                                  Max. 0.04 %
  • Impurity Rt > BOH                                  Max. 0.30 %
  • Chlorinated Compounds                     Passes Test
  • Distillation Range                                    >95% between 202.5 º C and 206 º C

Method:                           

Meets EP USP/NF Specification

Applications in Pharmaceuticals (Ultra Refined Version only)

Ultra Refined grade Benzyl Alcohol EP (Ph.Eur) is primarily used as:

  • A preservative in injectable and topical formulations: Effective against bacteria, yeast, and mold, ensuring product stability and safety.
  • A solvent for poorly soluble drugs: Enhances the solubility and bioavailability of active pharmaceutical ingredients.
  • A component in parenteral, ophthalmic, and cosmetic products: Ensures compliance with international regulatory standards.

Advantages

  • Regulatory Compliance: Fully conforms to Ph.Eur, BP, and USP standards, supporting global product registrations.
  • Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical applications.

Packaging and Storage

Benzyl Alcohol (EP/Ph.Eur)/USP is available in 216 kilo steel drums  

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