Methyl anisate, also known as Methyl 4-methoxybenzoate or Methyl p-anisate, is an ester that is known for its sweet, warm, and slightly spicy aroma with a hint of anise. It is utilized in the fragrance industry for its ability to impart a unique and pleasant scent profile, enhancing the overall complexity of perfumes.
Employed in perfumery to provide sweet, warm, spicy, and anise-like notes, often used to enrich oriental, spicy, and gourmand fragrance compositions.
IUPAC Name: methyl 4-methoxybenzoateCAS Number: 121-98-2
Molecular Formula: C9H10O3
Molecular Weight: 166.17 g/mol
Boiling Point: 244.5 °C (472.10 °F)
Melting Point: 48.0 °C (118.40 °F)
Class: Ester
Use/s: Scent
Synonyms
1: METHYL 4-METHOXYBENZOATE 2: Methyl p-anisate 3: Methyl anisate 4: Methyl p-methoxybenzoate 5: Benzoic acid, 4-methoxy-, methyl ester 6: Methyl 4-Anisate 7: 4-Methoxybenzoic acid methyl ester 8: p-Anisic acid, methyl ester 9: p-Methoxybenzoic acid methyl ester
Chemist Says
White crystalline solid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Scent: Sweet, Floral
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: Sweet, Warm, Spicy, Anise
2: Sweet, Anise, Slightly Floral
3: Sweet, fruity, with a strong resemblance to grape and honey