Pure USP Grade Benzyl Alcohol in a glass bottle THIS IS NOT THE SAME AS RUBBING OR ISOPROPLY ALCOHOL This product has an oily texture Once the seal is broken this product can not be returned. Benzyl alcohol is an aromatic alcohol with the formula C6H5CH2OH 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.