Product Description

Product(E)-anethol
CAS4180-23-8
FormulaC10H12O
Synonym1-methoxy-4-[(E)-prop-1-enyl]benzene, 1-methoxy-4-propenylbenzene, isoestragole, Benzene, 1-methoxy-4-(1E)-1-propen-1-yl-

Typical Product Specifications

Assay98.00 to 100.00 %
Specific gravity0.98300 to 0.98800 @ 25.00 ยฐC
Pounds/Gallon8.180 to 8.221
Melting Point21.00 to 23.00 ยฐC. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Shelf Life24 month(s) or longer if stored properly
OdorSweet, anise, licorice and medicinal
TasteSweet, anise, Iicorice and spicy with a lingering, sweet aftartaste
Odor Typeanisic
Appearancewhite colorless crystals
Refractive Index1.55700 to 1.56200 @ 20.00 ยฐC
Vapor Pressure0.068700 mm/Hg @ 25.00 ยฐC
logP (o/w)3.39
Optical Rotation-2.00 to +2.00
Boiling Point234.00 to 237.00 ยฐC. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Storagestore in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light
Flash Point195.00 ยฐF. TCC
Molecular weight148
Colorcolorless to white crystal solid
Solubilityorg. solvs., paraffin oil, ethyl acetate, acetone, ethanol
Chemical StructureChemical Structure
Notes

FEMA# 2086

ClassFlavor and Fragrance Chemical Compounds
FunctionFragrance
IndustryFlavor & Fragrance, Fragrance
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