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Anisyl Acetate (isomer Unspecified)

Aroma Chemical CAS 1331-83-5

A sweet floral note with anisic and fruity facets over a soft balsamic powdery base recalling lilac and mimosa. Used as a middle to base note it adds creamy warmth and depth to floral compositions.

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Odor profile

Descriptor 1 Fruity
Descriptor 2 Berry
Descriptor 3 Anisic

Identification

CAS Number1331-83-5
INCI NameAnisyl acetate
CategoryAroma Chemical

Synonyms

(o,m,p-)-anisyl acetate, (ortho-,meta-,para-)-anisyl acetate, ar-methoxybenzene methanol acetate, ar-methoxybenzenemethanol acetate, ar-methoxybenzyl acetate, (2-methoxyphenyl) methyl acetate, (2-methoxyphenyl)methyl acetate

Physical and chemical data

Boiling Point 239.00 °C
Flash Point 93.40 °C
Vapor Pressure 0.039000 mmHg @ 25.00 C. (est)
LogP 1.844
Solubility alcohol; water, 782.9 mg/L @ 25 C (est)
Appearance colorless to pale yellow clear liquid

Regulatory status

IFRA maximum concentrations

CategoryUseLimit in the finished product
Category 1 Lip products, toys 0.13 %
Category 2 Deodorants, antiperspirants 0.039 %
Category 3 Eye products 0.78 %
Category 4 Fine fragrance 0.73 %
Category 5A Body lotion 0.18 %
Category 5B Face cream 0.18 %
Category 5C Hand cream 0.18 %
Category 5D Baby creams, oils 0.060 %
Category 6 Oral care, mouthwash 0.43 %
Category 7A Rinse-off hair products 1.5 %
Category 7B Leave-on hair products 1.5 %
Category 8 Intimate and baby wipes 0.060 %
Category 9 Soap, shampoo, rinse-off 1.4 %
Category 10A Household care, hand contact 5.1 %
Category 10B Aerosol air fresheners 5.1 %
Category 11A Intended skin contact 0.060 %
Category 11B Minimal skin contact 0.060 %
Category 12 No skin contact, candles Not restricted
IFRA Amendment52
Restriction TypeRestriction
Critical EffectDermal Sensitization And Systemic Toxicity

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