NCIt definition : An aromatic aldehyde bearing a single formyl group with an almond odor. Benzaldehyde
can be derived from natural sources and is widely used by the chemical industry in
the preparation of various aniline dyes, perfumes, flavorings, and pharmaceuticals.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A chemical used in flavorings and in some dyes, perfumes, and medicines.
It is found in essential oils made from almonds and peach pits and in other foods.
It can also be made in the laboratory.;
UNII : TA269SD04T;
InChIKey : HUMNYLRZRPPJDN-UHFFFAOYSA-N;
CAS number : 100-52-7;
Chemical formula : C7H6O;
NSC code : 7917;
ChEBI ID : CHEBI:17169;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000044000; 01461; NSC0007917;