Benzyl alcohol

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

CAS No 100-51-6; Phenylcarbinol; Phenylmethanol

Definition
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Benzyl alcohol is a chemical compound from the substance class of alcohols. The colourless liquid has a faint aromatic odour and is moderately soluble in water and soluble in ethanol and diethyl ether.

Field of application/use
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Food additive (E 1519)

carrier, preservative

Benzyl alcohol is authorised for the production of flavourings used in the following foodstuffs:

liqueurs, cocktails, aromatised wine-based drinks

Sweets, cakes and biscuits

Incoming links (2)

E 1519; Food additives (overview);

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Food additives (overview);

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020