Phenyl ethyl alcohol Having the fragrance of roses, phenyl ethyl alcohol (pea) is widely used as a base fragrance (particularly rose and jasmine, lily) in soaps, candles, detergents, colognes and deodorizers. It's used as an biocide (antimicrobial, antiseptic, or disinfectant) and as a preservative in pharmaceuticals and perfumery. Basic informationitem Index Chemical name Phenyl ethyl alcohol; phenylethyl alcohol; ªG-phenylethyl alcohol; benzyl carbinol; benzeneethanol; 1-phenyl-2-ethanol; 2-phenylethanol; mellol; alcohol feniletilico; benzyl carbinol; beta-p.E.A.; beta-phenyl ethyl alcohol; hydroxyethylbenzene; íí Molecular formula C8h10o Cas no. 60-12-8 Chemical formula Molecular weight 122.17 Appearance Colorless transparent liquid, with fragrance of rose Einecs no. 200-456-2 Hs code 2906.29 Recommended application Detergent taed, alcoholic lotion, fabric softener, anti perspirant, bleach, hard surface cleaner, deo stick, shampoo, detergent perborate, soap Ep tightly closed in light-resistant containers