Phenylethyl alcohol

كحول فينيل إيثيلي

KindExcipient
ClassAntioxidants, chelators & preservatives — antimicrobial preservative (aromatic alcohol)
Synonyms2-phenylethanol, phenethyl alcohol, beta-phenylethyl alcohol, benzyl carbinol, PEA
Common uses / formsAntimicrobial preservative (notably against Gram-negatives/Pseudomonas), usually combined with other preservatives; ophthalmics, nasal, topical; typical 0.25-0.5%
PropertiesColorless liquid with rose odor, slightly water-soluble, miscible with alcohol/oils; stronger against Gram-negatives than Gram-positives; also a fragrance material
CompendiaUSP, EP, BP
Sourcing originsChina, India, EU
Dominant inbound routeHormuz
Indicative price band$$ ($10–100 / kg)
Indicative lead timemedium (50–80 days)
NotesBest used in combination for broad spectrum; volatile; keep to ophthalmic-safe levels; fragrance-grade material is common so specify pharma grade and impurity limits
Indicative planning bands for reference/education — not supplier quotes. Sourcing routes reflect the dominant inbound lane to the Arab region.

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Cite as: AUPAM Experts' Office, Phenylethyl alcohol — sourcing profile (Excipient) — AUPAM Data Bank, retrieved 2026-08-31, https://aupameo.org/datasets/databank/e-phenylethyl-alcohol.html