Anethol

Anethol is a sweet, warm, spicy, liquorice material.

It is an organic compound that gives anise, fennel, and star anise their characteristic sweet, licorice-like aroma and flavor.

It is a type of phenylpropene, a class of aromatic compounds found in essential oils of various plants.

Here we provide a pre-dissolved solution in DPG for your convenience.

Uses:

• Flavoring Agent: Used in food and beverages (e.g., absinthe, ouzo, sambuca).
• Aromatherapy & Perfumes: Common in essential oils and fragrances.
• Medicine: Exhibits antimicrobial, antifungal, and potential estrogenic effects.
• Insecticide & Pesticide: Used in some formulations to repel insects.

Product specification.

CAS No: 4180-23-8
Odour Description (decreasing): Sweet, Anise, Warm, Herbal-spice, Liquorice, Mimosa, Aromatic, Herbaceous
Odour Strength: High (Recommend smelling in a 10.00 % solution or less)
Usage: Effective from the smallest traces, through to 10%
Substantivity: 20 hour(s) at 100%
Solvent: DPG to give a 10% solution
Synonyms: Trans-Anethol, Anethol Natural, 1-methoxy-4-[(E)-prop-1-enyl]benzene
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O
IFRA:

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements:

• H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Precautionary statements:

• P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
• P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
• P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace
• P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
• P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse
• P333+313 If skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention