Description

2-Phenylethyl Alcohol is a versatile aromatic alcohol prized for its characteristic rose-like odor and flavor. This compound is a fundamental building block and additive across numerous high-value industries, where consistent purity and reliable supply are critical. Key sectors that depend on this material include fragrance and flavor manufacturing, pharmaceutical synthesis, and food production.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: A primary component in perfumery for rose, lilac, and other floral notes, and as a flavoring agent in foods and beverages.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Food & Beverage Additive: Used as a flavor enhancer in products like candy, ice cream, and non-alcoholic beverages, often compliant with food-grade standards (FCC).
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated as a fragrance ingredient and solvent in lotions, creams, and soaps.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor or reactant in organic synthesis for producing more complex aromatic compounds.
• Antimicrobial Agent: Exhibits natural antimicrobial properties, finding use in certain preservative formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenylethyl Alcohol
CAS No.	19601-20-8
Molecular Formula	C8H10O
Molecular Weight	122.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Phenethyl Alcohol; Benzyl Carbinol; β-Phenylethanol; 2-Phenylethanol; Phenethanol; Rose Oil; Benzenethanol; 2-Phenethyl Alcohol
EINECS	243-199-0

Quality Control

We supply 2-Phenylethyl Alcohol in various grades, including FCC for food applications and high-purity grades for pharmaceutical use. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage of large quantities, an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) is recommended.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless clear liquid
Odor	Characteristic rose-like
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.530 - 1.535
Specific Gravity (25/25°C)	1.017 - 1.020
Solubility	Clear in 2 volumes of 60% alcohol

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.