Benzaldehyde

Description

Benzaldehyde is identified by CAS 100-52-7, molecular formula C7H6O and molecular weight 106.04 g/mol. UNII TA269SD04T; ChEBI 17169; InChIKey HUMNYLRZRPPJDN-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 354 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 178.7 °C; Boiling Point: 62.00 to 63.00 °C. @ 10.00 mm Hg.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	100-52-7
PubChem CID	240
Molecular formula	C7H6O
Molecular weight	106.04 g/mol
IUPAC name	benzaldehyde
InChIKey	HUMNYLRZRPPJDN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
UNII (FDA)	TA269SD04T
ChEBI ID	CHEBI:17169
FEMA number	2127
JECFA number	22

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	106.12
XLogP3	1.5
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	1
Rotatable Bond Count	1
Exact Mass	106.041864811
Monoisotopic Mass	106.041864811
Topological Polar Surface Area	17.1
Heavy Atom Count	8
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	354 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point	178.7 °C
Boiling Point	62.00 to 63.00 °C. @ 10.00 mm Hg
Boiling Point	179 °C
Boiling Point	178 °C
Boiling Point	179 °C @760 [mm Hg]
Melting Point	-15 °F (NTP, 1992)
Melting Point	-57.12 °C
Melting Point	-26 °C
Melting Point	-57.1 °C

Physical description & handling notes

• CBI; Liquid
• Colorless to yellowish liquid with an odor of almond oil; [AIHA] In air, readily oxidizes to benzoic acid; [CAMEO]
• Liquid
• COLOURLESS-TO-YELLOW LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.
• colourless to yellow liquid with a sweet, strong almond odour
• Strongly refractive liquid, becoming yellowish on keeping

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Bitter Almond, Burnt Sugar, Cherry, Malt, Roasted Pepper ALMOND OIL, ARTIFICIAL

GHS Hazard Classification

Reported hazard statements	H302, H319 (22.1%), H332 (23.4%), H336 (14.9%), H227, H335, H371, H373

Documented Uses

• Used as a chemical intermediate and a solvent for resins and oils; [HSDB] Used as a flavoring agent in food and perfume additive (FDA-approved); [AIHA]
• The single largest use for benzaldehyde ... is the production of benzyl alcohol via hydrogenation.
• Benzaldehyde is an aromatic aldehyde used in cosmetics as a denaturant, a flavoring agent, and as a fragrance. Currently used in only seven cosmetic products, its highest reported concentration of use was 0.5% in perfumes.
• For more Uses (Complete) data for BENZALDEHYDE (11 total), please visit the HSDB record page.
• Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes
• Flavoring Agents -> JECFA Flavorings Index

Synonyms

benzaldehyde; 100-52-7; Benzoic aldehyde; Phenylmethanal; Benzenecarbonal; Benzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzenemethylal; Benzaldehyde FFC; Benzene carbaldehyde; Benzene carboxaldehyde; benzanoaldehyde; Benzylaldehyde; NCI-C56133; Benzoic acid aldehyde; FEMA No. 2127; Caswell No. 076

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Benzaldehyde?

CAS 100-52-7; molecular formula C7H6O; molecular weight 106.04 g/mol.

What other names is Benzaldehyde known by?

benzaldehyde, 100-52-7, Benzoic aldehyde, Phenylmethanal, Benzenecarbonal, Benzenecarboxaldehyde.

What is the regulatory status of Benzaldehyde?

Documented regulatory listings: EU Flavoring substances; FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT; Flavoring Agents.

Is Benzaldehyde classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H302, H319, H332, H336, H227.

What are the key physical properties of Benzaldehyde?

Boiling Point: 354 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 178.7 °C; Boiling Point: 62.00 to 63.00 °C. @ 10.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 179 °C.

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