Description

Anisyl Formate CAS NO 122-91-8 is a versatile aromatic ester valued for its sweet, fruity, and slightly balsamic odor profile, reminiscent of hawthorn and lilac. This compound serves as a key fragrance and flavor ingredient, prized for its stability and ability to impart warm, floral nuances. It is an essential component for manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, food, and cosmetic industries seeking to create sophisticated and complex sensory profiles.

Application

• Fragrance Industry: A core building block in fine perfumery for floral, fruity, and oriental accords, used in soaps, detergents, and fine fragrances.
• Flavor Industry: Employed as a flavoring agent to impart sweet, fruity, and berry-like notes in food products, beverages, and confectionery.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into lotions, creams, and hair care products for its pleasant scent and fixative properties.
• Household Products: Used in air fresheners, fabric softeners, and cleaning agents to provide a long-lasting, agreeable fragrance.
• Industrial Applications: Acts as a chemical intermediate or solvent in specialized organic synthesis and research applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Anisyl Formate
CAS No.	122-91-8
Molecular Formula	C9H10O3
Molecular Weight	166.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxybenzyl formate; p-Methoxybenzyl formate; Anisyl alcohol formate; Formic acid 4-methoxybenzyl ester; Benzyl alcohol, p-methoxy-, formate; Benzyl alcohol, 4-methoxy-, formate; FEMA 2101
EINECS	204-581-4

Quality Control

Our Anisyl Formate is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. It is manufactured to meet relevant industry standards for flavor and fragrance ingredients, including FEMA GRAS status. Comprehensive quality testing, including GC analysis for identity and purity, is performed. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic, sweet, fruity, balsamic
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.5220 - 1.5260
Specific Gravity (25/25°C)	1.138 - 1.148
Acidity (as Formic Acid)	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.