Anise alcohol
Synonyms
4-Methoxybenzyl alcohol;
Benzenemethanol, 4-methoxy-;
Benzyl alcohol, p-methoxy-;
p-Methoxybenzyl alcohol;
Anisyl alcohol;
FEMA No. 2099;
Category
Non-ionic surfactant
> Ether
Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 105-13-5
EINECS: 203-273-6
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C8H10O2
Molecular Weight: 138.16
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid.
Odor mild floral.
Solubility slightly soluble in water. Soluble in ethanol.
Stability stable.
Risk Liquid (or solid) form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Animal Toxicity
Table 1 Animal toxicity values
|
rat oral LD50 |
1.2mL/kg[1] |
|
rabbit skin LD50 |
3000mg/kg[1] |
|
mouse oral LD50 |
1.6mL/kg[1] |
|
mouse skin LD50 |
> 10mL/kg[1] |
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent masking, dispersing, solubilizing abilities.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
|
Liquid or Solid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
|
Liquid or Solid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Product standards
(1), Chinese standards
(1a), GB 28353 Food safety national standard -- Food additive -- Anisyl alcohol
4, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as perfume.
2, Personal care products
Perfume in personal care products.
Further information:
(1), In accordance with EU regulations (EC) No 1223/2009, directive 2003/15/EC, be included in Annex III/80.
3, Food
Use as food additive (perfume).
4, Agriculture
Use as insect attractants, repellents, chemical sterilant.
Manufacturers
References
[1]: ChemIDplus. 105-13-5, Anise alcohol
Update: 20130920(1); 20190922(2)