| Formula / Notation | C7H6O |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 100-52-7 |
| Molecular Weight | 106.12 |
| Melting Point | -15 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 354 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.046 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | less than 0.1 mg/mL at 67.1 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Benzaldehyde appears as a clear colorless to yellow liquid with a bitter almond odor. Flash point near 145 °F. More denser than water and insoluble in water. Hence sinks in water. Vapors are heavi... |
| Also Known As | 100-52-7; Benzoic aldehyde; Phenylmethanal; Benzenecarbonal; Benzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzenemethylal; Benzaldehyde FFC; Benzene carbaldehyde; Benzene carboxaldehyde; benzanoaldehyde |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Benzaldehyde?
Benzaldehyde is an arenecarbaldehyde that consists of benzene bearing a single formyl substituent; the simplest aromatic aldehyde and parent of the class of benzaldehydes. It has a role as a flavouring agent, a fragrance, an odorant receptor agonist, an EC 3.1.1.3 (triacylglycerol lipase) inhibitor, a plant metabolite and an EC 3.5.5.1 (nitrilase) inhibitor.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: benzaldehyde
Other Names / Synonyms: 100-52-7; Benzoic aldehyde; Phenylmethanal; Benzenecarbonal; Benzenecarboxaldehyde; Benzenemethylal; Benzaldehyde FFC; Benzene carbaldehyde; Benzene carboxaldehyde; benzanoaldehyde
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -15 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 354 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.046 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 106.12 |
| Solubility | less than 0.1 mg/mL at 67.1 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Benzaldehyde appears as a clear colorless to yellow liquid with a bitter almond odor. Flash point near 145 °F. More denser than water and insoluble in water. Hence sinks in water. Vapors are heavi... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Benzaldehyde is an arenecarbaldehyde that consists of benzene bearing a single formyl substituent; the simplest aromatic aldehyde and parent of the class of benzaldehydes. It has a role as a flavouring agent, a fragrance, an odorant receptor agonist, an EC 3.1.1.3 (triacylglycerol lipase) inhibitor, a plant metabolite and an EC 3.5.5.1 (nitrilase) inhibitor.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Benzaldehyde is: C7H6O