Benzaldehyde

CAS Number: 100-52-7

SERIOUS
health hazard

MODERATE
health hazard

FEW OR NO
health hazards

0 79

80 89

90 100

Sources of exposure:

Personal care

food

Cleaning products and household care

industrial use

Perfumes, artificial flavor, dyes, tobacco additive

Description:

Benzaldehyde is an aromatic aldehyde. It is used as a fragrance ingredient in personal care and cleaning products and as a flavoring agent in foods. It is also used in some industrial applications as a chemical intermediate.

Health concerns:

Cancer

Known or suspected to increase cancer risk in humans.

Genotoxicity

May cause mutations or damage DNA in cells.

Neurotoxicity

May impact brain function or development.

Immunotoxicity & Allergens

May impact immune system function or cause allergic reactions.

Irritant

May cause skin, eye, or respiratory irritation.

Ecotoxicity

May be toxic to ecosystems and wildlife.

Banned/restricted lists:

European Commission Annex III restrictions. International Fragrance Association (IFRA) Standards for maximum concentrations in finished products.

References

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