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Is Benzhydrol vegetarian?

Benzhydrol

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Benzhydrol, also known as diphenylmethanol, is a synthetic organic compound with the formula (C6H5)2CHOH, a white solid used as a chemical intermediate.

Also known as alpha-Phenylbenzyl alcohol, Diphenyl carbinol, Diphenylmethanol
INCI name Benzhydrol
CAS number 91-01-0
EC number 202-033-8
CosIng ID 39217
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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