Natural Anisyl Alcohol

Natural Anisyl Alcohol  

Natural Anisyl Alcohol is a natural aromatic alcohol produced by catalytic hydrogenation of natural p-anisaldehyde, which is derived from star anise oil and natural anethole. It features a mild, sweet floral fragrance with excellent tenacity, widely used in fragrance and flavor industries.

1. Basic Information

  • Chemical Name: 4-Methoxybenzyl Alcohol (p-Methoxybenzyl Alcohol)
  • CAS Number: 105-13-5
  • Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₀O₂
  • Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow semi-solid/crystals at room temperature; clear liquid above 25℃
  • Aroma: Sweet floral (lilac, jasmine, hawthorn) + vanilla/beany undertone; mild, non-irritating, long-lasting
  • Purity: ≥98% (GC) natural grade
  • Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol, ether, chloroform, oils; slightly soluble in propylene glycol, glycerin
  • Stability: More stable than p-anisaldehyde; resists oxidation and discoloration

2. Source & Production Process

  • Natural Source: Chinese star anise oil (Guangxi, China); trace amounts in vanilla, fennel, honey
  • Process:Star anise oil → Freeze rectification → Natural anethole → Selective oxidation → Natural p-anisaldehyde → Catalytic hydrogenation → Vacuum rectification → Natural anisyl alcohol
  • Features: 100% botanical origin, pure mild aroma, no synthetic impurities, high safety and stability

3. Main Applications

1）Fragrance & Personal Care (Primary Use)
  • Floral fragrances: Lilac, jasmine, lily of the valley, acacia, hawthorn, magnolia, violet (main or blender)
  • Fine perfumes: Oriental, aldehydic, powdery, woody accords (enhance round sweetness, powderiness, tenacity)
  • Oral care: Toothpaste, mouthwash (mild vanilla sweetness, reduce irritation)
  • Body care: Soaps, detergents, body washes (mild anise-sweet fragrance, long-lasting)
2）Food Flavoring
  • Flavor formulations: Vanilla, chocolate, cocoa, almond, peach, cream (main or modifier)
  • Confectionery & bakery: Hard candy, chewing gum, chocolate, biscuits (enhance sweet floral + beany notes)
  • Beverages & liqueurs: Liqueurs, soft drinks, fruit wines (round aroma, improve palatability)
3）Pharmaceuticals & Intermediates
  • Flavor correction: Mask bitter taste of pharmaceuticals, mild and non-irritating, improve compliance
  • Pharmaceutical synthesis: Intermediate for antibacterial, antihistamine, sedative drugs
  • Topical preparations: Medicated oils, creams (soothing, antibacterial, perfuming)
4）Fine Chemicals
  • Fragrance intermediates: Synthesis of anisyl esters, coumarin, ionones and other high-value aromatics
  • Organic synthesis: Used for hydroxyl protection, pharmaceutical/pesticide intermediates

4. Key Advantages

  • Natural & Safe: FEMA 2099, FDA GRAS, GB2760 approved food flavor
  • Mild Aroma: Floral + vanilla + beany complex sweet note, mild and non-irritating, suitable for sensitive formulations
  • Stable & Durable: Resists oxidation/discoloration, long-lasting tenacity, superior to aldehyde fragrances
  • Chinese Resource Advantage: Based on Guangxi star anise industry; global leading producer of premium natural anisyl alcohol
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