Anethole ex Star Anise
Aromatic · CAS 104-46-1 · 1 supplier
What it smells like
Anethole has an intensely sweet, warm anise-licorice aroma with soft herbaceous nuances, balsamic undertones, and a distinctive root beer-like mellowness.
At a glance
| Scent family | Aromatic |
| CAS number | 104-46-1 |
| Uses | Essential in fougère structures, anisic florals, gourmand accords, oral care products, and barbershop classics. |
| Typical usage | 0.059% in a perfume compound |
| Longevity | Lasts 22 hours on a smelling strip. |
| Appearance | Clear liquid |
| INCI name | ANETHOLE |
| IUPAC name | (E)-1-methoxy-4-(prop-1-en-1-yl)benzene |
IFRA usage limits (51st Amendment)
Maximum concentration in the finished consumer product, by IFRA category, drawn from official IFRA Standards and manufacturer certificates. Reference data — always confirm against the current official IFRA Standard for your application.
| Category | Application | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | Lip products, toys | Unrestricted |
| Category 2 | Deodorants & antiperspirants | 5% |
| Category 3 | Eye products, men's facial creams (fingertip) | Unrestricted |
| Category 4 | Fine fragrance, hydroalcoholic on skin | 7% |
| Category 5A | Body lotion | Unrestricted |
| Category 5B | Face moisturiser | 32% |
| Category 5C | Hand cream | Unrestricted |
| Category 5D | Baby cream, oil & talc | 11% |
| Category 6 | Oral & lip care (toothpaste, mouthwash) | Unrestricted |
| Category 7A | Rinse-off hair products | 32% |
| Category 7B | Leave-on hair products | Unrestricted |
| Category 8 | Significant anogenital exposure | Unrestricted |
| Category 9 | Rinse-off body & hand (soap, shower gel) | 16% |
| Category 10A | Household care, non-spray | 25% |
| Category 10B | Household aerosol / spray | 32% |
| Category 11A | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. wipes) | 47% |
| Category 11B | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. fabrics) | 1% |
| Category 12 | Not intended for skin contact (candles, detergents) | 55% |
Where to buy
Available from 1 supplier, from $3.95.
| Supplier | Manufacturer | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fraterworks | Ventos | from $3.95 | View → |
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