Benzaldehyde PurCert Analytical Standard [Includes characterization data]

Analytical Standards


Synonym:  Bitter almond
Linear Formula:  C7H6O
Molecular Weight:  106.12 g/mol
CAS Number: 100-52-7

Properties

Vapour pressure 4 mmHg ( 45°C)
Water Solubility Soluble
Autoignition temp. 374°F
Explosion limit 1.4 %, 20 °F
Assay Purity >=99.5 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.545
B pt. 178-179°C
M pt. -26°C
Density 1.044 g/cm3
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H302 + H332,H315,H319,H335,H360Df,H411
Precautionary Statement  P273 - P301 + P312 - P302 + P352 - P304 + P340 + P312 - P305 + P351 + P338 - P308 + P313
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29122100
Flash point 145 °F
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects
UN Number 1990

Description

Application
It is commonly used in the manufacture of perfumes flavoring agents dyes and pharmaceuticals.

Purpose
Its main purpose is to act as a fragrance flavor ingredient and intermediate in organic synthesis.

General Description
Benzaldehyde is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic almond-like odor belonging to the aromatic aldehyde family.