Anisole

Anisole is a clear straw-colored liquid with an aromatic odor, used in the manufacture of perfumes, flavorings, and as a solvent. It is insoluble in water and has the same density as water.

Used to make perfumes and flavorings, serves as a solvent.

IUPAC Name: anisole
CAS Number: 100-66-3
Molecular Formula: C₇H₈O
Molecular Weight: 108.14 g/mol
Boiling Point: 155.5 °C (311.90 °F)
Melting Point: -37.4 °C (-35.32 °F)
Class: Ether
Use/s: Scent, Solvent
Synonyms
1: ANISOLE 2: Methoxybenzene 3: Methyl phenyl ether 4: Anisol 5: Phenyl methyl ether 6: Phenoxymethane 7: Anizol 8: Phenol methyl ether
Chemist Says
Anisole appears as a clear straw-colored liquid with an aromatic odor. Insoluble in water and the same density as water. Vapors heavier than air. Moderately toxic by ingestion. A skin irritant. Used to make perfumes, flavorings and as a solvent.
Scent: Phenolic, Anise-like
Scent profile
Scent profiles are inherently subjective and can significantly differ among individuals, and may also be influenced by the conditions at the time of evaluation. The information provided here is a synthesis of data from diverse sources, including books, cross-references, artificial intelligence analyses, and chemical research sites, aiming to present a comprehensive overview. We've distilled this information to highlight the most frequently observed scent profiles for each molecule or compound, offering a generalized perspective.

1: Spicy, Sweet
2: Sweet, Spicy, Anise-like, Licorice
3: Sweet, Anise
4: SWEET ANISE-LIKE ODOR
5: Sweet, licorice-like scent with a woody or balsamic nuance.