Benzaldehyde is used in a wide range of applications from aroma chemicals to a versatile building block in the synthesis of many different complex molecules for use in products ranging from pharmaceuticals to plastic additives. An FDA-sanctioned flavoring substance, generally-recognized as safe (GRAS), benzaldehyde is known for its unique sweet, aromatic note, reminiscent of the taste and odor of almonds.Emerald Kalama Chemical is the leading producer of benzaldehyde, producing several grades of chlorine free benzaldehyde using the toluene oxidation process at our facilities in Rotterdam and Kalama, WA.