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Anisyl acetate (CAS 104-21-2, C₁₀H₁₂O₃, MW 180.2) is the acetic ester of p-methoxybenzyl alcohol—a colourless liquid with a sweet, floral-fruity odour (gardenia, honeysuckle, ylang-ylang, tuberose). B.p. ~258 °C, flash point ~110 °C; soluble in ethanol and oils.
Uses: fragrance workhorse as floral modifier and fixative in fine perfumes, soaps, detergents and fabric care; flavour ingredient in strawberry, berry, vanilla and caramel profiles; cosmetics; slow-evaporating solvent for inks and resins; intermediate to anisyl alcohol and anisaldehyde.
Selling points: serves both flavour and fragrance channels; low odour threshold with good tenacity; heat- and alkali-stable enough for soaps and baked goods; not an EU-labelled allergen; FEMA GRAS/JECFA-evaluated; natural-origin grade available for clean-label claims; mature, low-cost supply. Store sealed, cool and dark; avoid strong bases.
Specifications of Anisyl acetate CAS 104-21-2 COA:
Items | Specifications | Results |
Appearance | Colorless to slightly yellow liquid | Colorless liquid |
Odor | With a strong cinnamon aroma | With a strong cinnamon aroma |
Assay(%) | ≥97.0 | 99.6 |
Refractive Index | 1.5110~1.5160(20℃) | 1.5135 |
Relative Density | 1.1040~1.1110(25℃/25℃) | 1.1051 |
Acid Value(KOH,mg/g) | / | / |
Solubility(25℃) | 1 mL sample is completely soluble in 6 mL of 60% (v/v) ethanol. | 1 mL sample is completely soluble in 6 mL of 60% (v/v) ethanol. |
Others | / | / |
Conclusion | The product conforms to the above specifications. | |
CAS:104-21-2
MF:C10H12O3
Melting point :84 °C
form:liquid
color:Colorless
Uses:
Anisyl acetate (usually p-anisyl acetate, CAS 104-21-2; EINECS 203-186-9) is the acetic ester of p-methoxybenzyl alcohol (anisyl alcohol). It is a clear, colourless liquid with a sweet, floral-fruity odour reminiscent of gardenia, honeysuckle, ylang-ylang, jasmine and tuberose, plus a jammy/fruity nuance.
Synonyms: 4-methoxybenzyl acetate, p-methoxybenzyl acetate, acetic acid p-methoxybenzyl ester, anisic alcohol acetate; ortho-/meta-isomers exist (o-anisyl acetate CAS 119-67-5) but are rarely traded.
Formula / MW: C₁₀H₁₂O₃ / 180.20
Typical specs: assay ≥98% (GC); density d²⁰/₂₀ ≈ 1.068–1.074; refractive index n²⁰/D ≈ 1.500–1.504; b.p. ≈ 258–260 °C (≈135–137 °C @15 mmHg); flash point ≈ 110–115 °C; water solubility very low (~0.3 g/L), soluble in ethanol/propylene glycol and most oils; practically insoluble in glycerin.
Occurs naturally in anise, vanilla/cocoa, gardenia, ylang-ylang, tuberose, neroli, strawberry, tea and some fruits — hence both synthetic and "natural" (botanical-origin) grades exist.
Made by esterifying anisyl alcohol with acetic acid/acetic anhydride (acid or enzyme catalysis), or from anethole/p-cresol methyl ether routes; upstream materials are commodity-scale, so supply is steady and price is modest.
Main uses
1. Fragrance & fine fragrance (core volume use)
A workhorse floral modifier and fixative in gardenia, jasmine, ylang-ylang, tuberose, lilac, honeysuckle, narcissus and "white floral" accords; also used in oriental/amber, powdery and fantasy bases.
Extends and rounds out expensive naturals (ylang, tuberose absolute, jasmine) at a fraction of the cost; performs well in perfumes, eaux de toilette, functional fragrances, soaps, detergents, fabric care and air care.
Valued for good tenacity/substantivity and for being alkali-stable enough for soap bases where many esters hydrolyse.
2. Flavours (GRAS flavour ingredient)
Imparts sweet, fruity-balsamic notes in strawberry, cherry, peach/apricot, grape, berry, caramel and vanilla profiles; used in beverages, ice cream, confectionery, baked goods and dairy.
Evaluated by JECFA/FEMA; listed under EU flavour regulations; FCC-grade material is sold with full flavour-compliance documentation.
3. Cosmetics & personal care
Fragrance component in creams, lotions, shampoos, hair dyes and toiletries; also acts as a mild solubiliser/odour masker. Notably, it is not on the EU's list of 26 labelled fragrance allergens (unlike benzyl acetate/benzyl alcohol), which simplifies labelling and reformulation work.
4. Industrial/solvent & intermediate uses (smaller but real)
Slow-evaporating, pleasant-smelling solvent/co-solvent for cellulose esters, nitrocellulose, resins, inks and coatings where odour matters ("low-odour solvent" positioning).
Chemical intermediate toward anisyl alcohol, anisaldehyde and certain pharma/fine-chemical intermediates; occasionally used as a volatile tracer or odour marker in research.
Selling points (and how to position it)
Product-inherent
Dual-channel molecule: same CAS sells into flavours, fragrances, personal care and industrial solvents — diversified demand and cross-selling opportunities.
High impact, low dose: low odour threshold with good substantivity → works as both middle note and fixative; cost-effective extender for premium naturals.
Robustness: thermally stable for bake applications and sufficiently alkali-stable for soaps/detergents; low water solubility reduces wash-out in rinse-off products.
Clean regulatory profile: FEMA GRAS/JECFA-evaluated flavour grade, EU flavour-listed, IFRA-compliant usage, not a labelled EU allergen, non-CMR, low acute toxicity (oral LD₅₀ rat >2 g/kg), mild skin irritation — easier compliance than many aromatic esters.
Natural-grade option available: enables "natural flavour"/clean-label claims at a premium price point (a genuine margin opportunity vs. synthetic).
Commodity economics: mature synthesis from anisyl alcohol/anethole → stable global supply (China/India/EU), multi-ton availability, and attractive price vs. the natural absolutes it replaces.
Commercial angles buyers check
Grade ladder: standard fragrance grade (≥97–98% GC), FCC/flavour grade (with related substances, aldehyde/anisyl alcohol residuals, heavy metals, As/Pb limits), natural-origin grade (ISO 9235-compliant with isotope/GC-MS proof of naturalness), and reagent/analytical grade with GC trace.
Documentation pack: COA + GC chromatogram, SDS, IFRA certificate/allergen statement, Kosher/Halal, non-GMO, allergen-free declaration, TSCA/REACH status, and 24-month stability data.
Packaging/handling: 25 kg HDPE drums or 180–200 kg IBCs; nitrogen-blanketed, cool, dry, dark storage in sealed containers to prevent hydrolysis/discoloration; keep away from strong bases/oxidizers.
Competitive levers: price vs. imported reagent packs, sample-for-trial policy, custom dilutions in DPG/IPM for perfume houses, and bundle offers with anisyl alcohol/anisaldehyde/anethole.
Caveats to manage honestly
It can slowly hydrolyse in aqueous/strongly alkaline formulations (releasing anisyl alcohol) → pH control and accelerated-stability data help win technical buyers.
May darken on prolonged exposure to light/air; recommend amber containers and antioxidant options.
Flavour use levels are low and application-dependent; don't oversell odour intensity claims.
Always confirm current SDS, IFRA standards and local flavour/cosmetic regulations before marketing claims.
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