Anisyl alcohol

CAS number: 105-13-5
IFRA Standard status: Concentration restricted

Last updated · 05-07-2026Record completeness90%

The information here describes the ingredient in general. Its possible sources may vary and do not necessarily show the origin or form used in a particular YUMA product. For product-specific information, check the relevant product page.

Description

Anisyl alcohol serves a dual role in fragrances: it provides scent and stabilizes formulations. Its aroma profile is sweet, floral, and slightly powdery. At the same time, it acts as a stabilizer in fragrance blends, preventing other ingredients from evaporating and keeping the composition stable for a longer period. This substance occurs naturally in various sources, such as vanilla, anise, whiskey, and honey.

Reported natural sources

VanillaStar aniseWhiskey

Additional information

Anisyl alcohol is closely linked to the aroma of anise and is known by several different names in the fragrance industry, including anise alcohol and p-methoxybenzyl alcohol.
Although we may not often notice it directly, anisyl alcohol contributes to the complex aroma of whiskey, adding subtle sweet and floral notes to its profile.
The stabilizing property of anisyl alcohol makes it a valuable ingredient in perfume creation, as it can significantly extend a fragrance's lifespan and keep its scent unchanged for a longer time.

CAS number

105-13-5

Other names

Anisalkohol4-methoxybenzene methanolBenzyl alcohol, p-methoxAlcool para-anisique4-Methoxybenzyl alcoholPara-anisic alcoholAnise alcoholPara-methoxybenzyl alcoholAnisic alcohol4-anisyl alcoholAnisyl alcohol

Linked YUMA products

No YUMA products are linked to this ingredient

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.

Concentration restricted (R)

IFRA restrictions by category

IFRA categories group end uses by the type and level of exposure. A restriction or maximum concentration applies only to the stated category and does not automatically apply to another use. Check the related IFRA document for the applicable Standard version and its full conditions.

1. Lip products and children's toys
Max concentration0.0028 %
2. Deodorants and antiperspirants
Max concentration0.039 %
3. Face cosmetics and masks
Max concentration0.025 %

Regulatory information

Anisyl alcohol has been thoroughly evaluated as a fragrance ingredient. European Union scientific bodies have characterized it as a potential skin sensitizer, meaning it may cause skin reactions such as redness, rashes, or itching. The Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM) has evaluated it as a moderate skin sensitizer and established safe usage levels. Based on these findings, the International Fragrance Association (IFRA) has set standards for acceptable concentrations of the substance in consumer products. Notably, in an extensive patch test study, 100% of participants reported no reaction to the substance.

A All ingredients

Category	Max concentration
1. Lip products and children's toys	0.0028 %
2. Deodorants and antiperspirants	0.039 %
3. Face cosmetics and masks	0.025 %
4. Perfumes and fragranced products	0.21 %
5A. Body lotions and powders	0.041 %
5B. Face moisturizers and toners	0.0055 %
5C. Hand creams and sanitizers	0.033 %
5D. Baby care products	0.0020 %
6. Oral care products	0.091 %
7A. Rinse-off hair treatments	0.033 %
7B. Leave-on hair products	0.033 %
8. Intimate care products	0.0020 %
9. Rinse-off body products	0.099 %
10A. Home care (non-aerosol)	0.099 %
10B. Household aerosols and sprays	0.17 %
11A. Products with minimal skin contact (no UV exposure)	0.0020 %
11B. Products with minimal skin contact (UV exposure)	0.0020 %
12. Products with no direct skin contact	14 %