Benzaldehyde

Independent reference data for Benzaldehyde (CAS 100-52-7), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

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.

Synonyms and trade names

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

Regulatory listings held on file

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

H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]

P264, P270, P301+P317, P330, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement)

What the public record says

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.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.