Anisyl Acetate
Balsamic · CAS 104-21-2 · 2 suppliers
What it smells like
Anisyl acetate has a sweet powdery-balsamic aroma with soft vanilla undertones, fruity plum-cherry facets, creamy coumarin-like warmth, and delicate floral nuances.
At a glance
| Scent family | Balsamic |
| CAS number | 104-21-2 |
| FEMA number | 2098 |
| Uses | Adds sweetness and naturalism to florals and orientals, creates fruity-balsamic depth in chypres, enhances mimosa and cherry accords. |
| Typical usage | 0.75% in a perfume compound |
| Longevity | Lasts 100 hours on a smelling strip. |
| Appearance | Pale liquid |
| INCI name | ANISYL ACETATE |
| IUPAC name | (4-Methoxyphenyl)methyl acetate |
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 | 13% |
| Category 3 | Eye products, men's facial creams (fingertip) | Unrestricted |
| Category 4 | Fine fragrance, hydroalcoholic on skin | 70% |
| Category 5A | Body lotion | Unrestricted |
| Category 5B | Face moisturiser | 83% |
| Category 5C | Hand cream | 11% |
| Category 5D | Baby cream, oil & talc | 67% |
| Category 6 | Oral & lip care (toothpaste, mouthwash) | Unrestricted |
| Category 7A | Rinse-off hair products | 11% |
| Category 7B | Leave-on hair products | Unrestricted |
| Category 8 | Significant anogenital exposure | Unrestricted |
| Category 9 | Rinse-off body & hand (soap, shower gel) | 33% |
| Category 10A | Household care, non-spray | 33% |
| Category 10B | Household aerosol / spray | 33% |
| Category 11A | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. wipes) | 33% |
| Category 11B | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. fabrics) | 67% |
| Category 12 | Not intended for skin contact (candles, detergents) | Unrestricted |
Where to buy
Available from 2 suppliers, from $3.95.
| Supplier | Manufacturer | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fraterworks | Vigon | from $3.95 | View → |
| The Perfumer's Apprentice | — | from $6.25 | View → |
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