p-Anisaldehyde
Synonyms
Anisaldehyde;
Benzaldehyde, 4-methoxy-;
FEMA No. 2670;
Category
Non-ionic surfactant
> Aldehyde
Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 123-11-5
EINECS: 204-602-6
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C8H8O2
Molecular Weight: 136.15
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), colorless to pale yellow liquid.
Odor hawthorn fruity.
Solubility soluble in water. Soluble in ethanol.
Physical - chemical properties
|
Water solubility, g/L |
4.29 (25°C)[1] |
Stability stable. Easily oxidized.
Risk Liquid 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 |
1510mg/kg[2] |
|
rabbit skin LD50 |
>5000mg/kg[2] |
|
mouse oral LD50 |
1859mg/kg[2] |
|
guinea pig oral LD50 |
1260mg/kg[2] |
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent adsorbing, masking, dispersing abilities.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
|
Liquid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
|
Liquid |
|
|
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 28354 Food safety national standard -- Food additive -- Anisaldehyde
(1b), QB/T 4645 Anisaldehyde
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, masking agent in personal care products.
3, Food
Use as food additive (perfume).
4, organic synthesis
Use as intermediate in organic synthesis.
5, Agriculture
Use as insect attractant. Good effect to cockroaches.
6, Electroplate
Use as plating agent.
Manufacturers
References
[1]: HSDB. 123-11-5, p-Anisaldehyde
[2]: ChemIDplus. 123-11-5, p-Anisaldehyde
Update: 20130909(1); 20190520(2);