- CAS number
- 104-21-2
- IFRA Standard status
- Not recorded
- Products
- 2
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Description
Anisyl acetate is a core ingredient in perfumery and is widely used in cosmetics. Its scent profile is multifaceted, offering white floral notes and red fruity nuances, alongside hints of almond, cherry, and mimosa. Regarding its natural sources, anisyl acetate occurs in various red fruits and sweet acacia, from which it can be extracted in its natural form. However, the synthetic version is used more frequently in the fragrance industry. Compared to anisic aldehyde, anisyl acetate has a fruitier character reminiscent of raspberry, whereas anisic aldehyde has a stronger almond note. In addition, anisyl acetate is associated more with perfumery, while anisic aldehyde is used more often in food flavorings.
Additional information
Despite its availability in nature, perfumers usually prefer the synthetic form of anisyl acetate due to the stability and purity it brings to fragrance compositions.
Although chemically related, anisyl acetate and anisic aldehyde create distinct sensory experiences, with the former conveying a fruity aromatic world and the latter taking us to the scent of almonds.
The olfactory versatility of anisyl acetate makes it a valuable ingredient in fragrance creation, as it can bridge both floral and fruity notes within a composition.
CAS number
104-21-2
Other names
4-methoxybenzyl acetate1-methoxy-4-acetoxymethylbenzenePara-methoxybenzyl acetate(4-methoxyphenyl)methyl acetate
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IFRA Standard status
The IFRA Standards form an industry self-regulatory system. They may prohibit or restrict the use of particular fragrance ingredients, or set specifications, according to end use. The status below reflects the IFRA data recorded for this ingredient. It is not a product certification and does not replace applicable law or assessment of the finished product.
Not recorded