Anisyl alcohol
CAS number: 105-13-5
Synonyms: 4-Methoxybenzenemethanol; para methoxybenzyl alcohol; anisyl alcohol; Anise alcohol; Anisic alcohol; 4-Methoxybenzyl alcohol
Chemical class: Alcohols
Industry claims found in: honey, tomato
Industry claims used in: gelatin and puddings, baked goods, frozen dairy deserts, beverages, and soft candy.
Possible physical or functional effects: Flavoring agents and adjuvants
Properties: industry claims FEMA GRAS; industry claims FDA GRAS; used in cigarettes; used in smokeless tobacco; industry claims FDA approved food additive
Toxicology: LD50 (oral, rat) 1200 mg/kg; moderately toxic by ingestion; skin irritant; heated to decomp., emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes