BENZYL ALCHOHOL

Benzyl chloride is treated with potassium hydroxide or moist silver oxide to form benzyl alcohol.

Uses

Used as a preservative, epoxy resin catalyst, and in the photographic developer, Used as a preservative, solvent, and local anesthetic a preservative in drugs for injection; Used in flavors and perfumes and as a solvent for inks and dyes. Benzyl alcohol is a prescription topical (for the skin) medication used as an anti-parasite medication. Benzyl alcohol topical is used to treat head lice in people between the ages of 6 months and 60 years old. Benzyl alcohol topical is used for treating head lice only. Benzyl alcohol is a monoaromatic primary alcohol widely used as a solvent and as an intermediate in cosmetic formulations, pharmaceutical and flavor/fragrance.