Benzoyl Alcohol

Benzyl alcohol is an aromatic alcohol with the formula C₆H₅CH₂OH. The benzyl group is often abbreviated "Bn" (not to be confused with "Bz" which is used for benzoyl), thus benzyl alcohol is denoted as BnOH. Benzyl alcohol is a colorless liquid with a mild pleasant aromatic odor. It is a useful solvent due to its polarity, low toxicity, and low vapor pressure.

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Uses of Benzyl Alcohol

• Benzyl alcohol is a prescription topical (for the skin) medication used as an anti-parasite medication.

• Benzyl alcohol is used effectively for treating lice infestations as the active ingredient in lotion shampoo with 5% benzyl alcohol.Eye Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15minutes, keeping eyelids open.

• Benzyl alcohol is used as a bacteriostatic preservative at low concentration in intravenous medications, cosmetics, and topical drugs.

• It is also used as a fragrance in perfumes and in flavoring, and is an ingredient in ointments and cosmetics.

• It is used in inks, as a photographic developer, and in dyeing nylon filament, textiles and sheet plastics.

Hazards

• Ingestion: May cause severe gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and possible burns. May be harmful if swallowed.

• Inhalation: Vapors cause irritation of the respiratory system.

• Chronic: Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis.

First Aid Measures

• Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids open.

• Skin Contact: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.

• Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.

• Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel.

Accidental Release Measures

• Small Spill: Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container.

• Large Spill: Combustible material. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk.

Toxic Effects on Humans

• Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast. May cause damage to the liver, central nervous system (CNS).

• Eyes: Causes eye irritation, redness, pain. May cause eye injury. Eye contact produces immediate smarting, but there is no permanent injury if exposure is brief.

• Inhalation: Mist or vapour cause respiratory tract (nose, throat), irritation. Symptoms may include coughing, shortness of breath.

• It may be absorbed into the bloodstream with symptoms similar to ingestion.