Benzaldehyde determination

Benzaldehyde (CAS No. 100-52-7) is a natural aromatic compound found in bitter almonds , benzoin , and tonka beans . It is also used as a flavoring and fragrance agent in many food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical .

Benzaldehyde analysis allows for the precise quantification of its concentration in formulations or raw ingredients. This analysis is essential to ensure regulatory compliance , control the purity of extracts , and guarantee the organoleptic quality of finished products.

Analytical methods: GC-FID, GC-MS and HPLC

Benzaldehyde analysis relies on several highly sensitive chromatographic techniques:

• GC-FID (gas chromatography with flame ionization detection) : a method commonly used for volatile aromas, allowing for rapid and reproducible quantification.
• GC-MS (gas chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry) : specific identification of benzaldehyde even in trace amounts in complex matrices (perfumes, oils, cosmetics).
• HPLC (high-performance liquid chromatography) : suitable for non-volatile or heat-sensitive samples, including plant extracts and aqueous preparations.

reliable, accurate and traceable results , in accordance with ISO, IFRA and the requirements of European regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009 for cosmetic products.

Industrial and regulatory applications

Benzaldehyde measurement is used in several fields:

• Cosmetics and perfumery : control of concentration in perfumes, lotions and essential oils.
• Food industry : quantification in natural flavorings or fruit and almond extracts.
• Nutraceuticals : verification of the purity of natural ingredients used in formulations.
• Chemical industry : quality control of solvents and synthetic aromatic agents.

This service can be complemented by the measurement of cinnamaldehyde or benzyl benzoate for a complete characterization of the aromatic profile of an extract or formulation.

Affected matrices

Our partner laboratories perform benzaldehyde analysis on various matrices:

• Essential oils (almond, cinnamon, benzoin, tonka bean)
• Plant extracts and aromatic ingredients
• Cosmetic products (perfumes, creams, lotions, skincare oils)
• Natural or synthetic food flavorings
• Chemical formulations and fragrance solvents

Each protocol is tailored to the nature of the matrix , the required detection threshold , and the regulations applicable in your sector of activity.

YesWeLab expertise

At YesWeLab , we collaborate with a network of over 200 partner laboratories in France, Europe and internationally , accredited to ISO 17025 and COFRAC , and experts in chromatographic and olfactory analyses .

Our scientific team will guide you in choosing the most suitable method , selecting the specialized laboratory , and providing comprehensive tracking of your samples via our digital platform . This allows you to centralize your requests , obtain quick quotes , and access your results online .

Since 2020, many cosmetic manufacturers, formulators and laboratories have trusted us to control their aromas and fragrance ingredients .

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