Anethole

• CAT Number: R069274
• CAS Number: 4180-23-8
• Molecular Formula: C10H12O
• Molecular Weight: 148.20
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: trans-Anethole
• Target: Endogenous Metabolite
• Storage: RT
• IUPAC Name: 1-methoxy-4-[(E)-prop-1-enyl]benzene
• InChI: InChI=1S/C10H12O/c1-3-4-9-5-7-10(11-2)8-6-9/h3-8H,1-2H3/b4-3+
• InChIKey: RUVINXPYWBROJD-ONEGZZNKSA-N
• SMILES: CC=CC1=CC=C(C=C1)OC

Anethole(CAT: R069274) is a naturally occurring aromatic compound with the molecular formula C₁₀H₁₂O. It is a major component of essential oils derived from anise, fennel, and star anise, giving them their characteristic sweet, licorice-like aroma. Structurally, anethole is a phenylpropene—a type of aromatic compound that includes a methoxy group on the benzene ring and a propenyl side chain. It appears as a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid and is soluble in alcohol and oils but slightly soluble in water. Anethole is used extensively as a flavoring agent, fragrance ingredient, and in traditional medicine, and has demonstrated antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties in research.