Description

Anise Oil is a clear to pale yellow essential oil derived from the star anise plant (*Illicium verum*), prized for its characteristic sweet, licorice-like aroma and flavor. Its primary value lies in its high concentration of *trans*-anethole, which imparts the signature sensory profile crucial for flavoring and fragrance applications. This natural extract is a fundamental ingredient for manufacturers in the food & beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries seeking authentic and consistent organoleptic properties.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F): A key raw material in the formulation of licorice, anise, and herbal flavorings for confectionery, baked goods, alcoholic beverages (e.g., absinthe, ouzo, sambuca), and soft drinks.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used as a natural flavoring agent to mask unpleasant tastes in syrups, lozenges, and oral liquid medications. Also explored for its traditional carminative and expectorant properties.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Incorporated into soaps, perfumes, lotions, and oral hygiene products (like mouthwash and toothpaste) for its fresh, sweet aroma and potential antimicrobial benefits.
• Aromatherapy: Utilized in diffuser blends and massage oils for its calming and soothing aromatic qualities.
• Industrial Applications: Serves as a starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex aroma chemicals and as a flavoring in animal feed.

Basic Information

Product Name	Anise Oil
CAS No.	8007-70-3
Molecular Formula	Not applicable (Natural mixture)
Molecular Weight	Not applicable (Natural mixture)
Synonyms	Star Anise Oil; Aniseed Oil; Illicium Verum Oil; Chinese Anise Oil; Oleum Anisi; FEMA 2094; Anise Essential Oil; Badiane Oil
EINECS	284-634-0

Quality Control

Our Anise Oil is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for global markets. We ensure compliance with relevant pharmacopeial monographs (such as USP/NF, Ph. Eur.) and food-grade specifications (FCC, FDA 21 CFR). Every batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters like anethole content, optical rotation, refractive index, and specific gravity to guarantee purity, identity, and consistency for your formulations.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). This product is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, heat, or light should be avoided to maintain stability and prevent degradation of the active components.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic, sweet, aromatic odor of anise
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.978 - 0.992
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.552 - 1.560
Optical Rotation (20°C)	-2° to +2°
Assay (Anethole, by GC)	Min. 86.0%
Solubility in Ethanol	1 vol. in 3 vol. of 90% ethanol

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