Molekula
Anisole
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Anisole is a volatile organic compound used as a solvent and intermediate in the synthesis of fragrances, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic anise-like odor. Available in purity grades of 99% and 99.5%, it has a molecular weight of 108.14 g/mol, a CAS number of 100-66-3, and is stable at ambient storage conditions. Molekula supplies Anisole from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 L — £40.30 per pack ex VAT · £48.36 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Transparent Colourless liquid |
| Water | ≤0.1% |
| Assay | 99.5% min. |
| Phenol | ≤0.02% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 43 °C |
| Transport Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Mobile liquid, clear straw color |
| Odour | Sweet anise-like odor |
| Melting Point | -37 °C |
| Boiling Point | 155 °C |
| Density | 0.99 (relative, water = 1) |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in alcohol and ether |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.47 kPa at 25 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.51791 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 2.11 |
Source: PubChem CID 7519 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 27131509 |
| CAS Number | 100-66-3 |
| IUPAC Name | anisole |
| EC Number | 202-876-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C7H8O |
| Molecular Weight | 108.14 |
| Exact Mass | 108.0575 |
| SMILES | COC1=CC=CC=C1 |
| InChIKey | RDOXTESZEPMUJZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C7H8O/c1-8-7-5-3-2-4-6-7/h2-6H,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 7519 |
| UN Number | UN2222 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2909306000 |
| Tariff Code | 2909309090 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- EUH066 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking
- H226 Flammable liquid and vapour
- H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- H402 Harmful to aquatic life
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Anisol
- Anizol
- Benzene, methoxy-
- Ether, methyl phenyl
- FEMA No. 2097
- Methoxybenzene
- Methyl phenyl ether
- Phenol methyl ether
- Phenoxymethane
- Phenyl methyl ether
Frequently asked questions
What is anisole used for?
Anisole is commonly used as a solvent in organic synthesis and as a fragrance ingredient in perfumery and cosmetics.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of anisole?
The chemical formula of anisole is C7H8O, and its molecular weight is 108.14 g/mol.
How should anisole be stored?
Anisole should be stored at ambient temperature, away from light and incompatible materials.
What grade of anisole does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies anisole in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply anisole in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply anisole in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of anisole?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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