Anise Alcohol
4-methoxybenzyl alcohol; para-anisyl alcohol
EU Annex III fragrance allergen; found naturally in anise oil and some balsams; moderate sensitization potential; produces sweet floral-anisic note; also known as anisyl alcohol or para-methoxybenzyl alcohol
Function & Common Use
Fragrance / Perfuming / Aroma Chemical
Fragrance Materials
Anise, floral and oriental fragrance notes; soaps, perfumes, body care, detergents
Natural/Synthetic
Concentration Limits
Declaration required above 0.001% leave-on / 0.01% rinse-off
Declaration threshold: 0.001% leave-on / 0.01% rinse-off (EU Reg 2023/1545)
None (FEMA GRAS); IFRA-guided
None specific
Format restriction: EU mandatory declaration when above threshold; IFRA 49th Amendment limits by category
Baby restriction: No
Pregnancy: No
IFRA: Yes - IFRA 49th Amendment; Category 4 (body leave-on): 0.7%; Category 5A (face leave-on): 0.4%; Category 1 (fine fragrance): no restriction; rinse-off: higher limits
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Anise Alcohol safe to use in skincare?
Anise Alcohol has a Medium concern rating. EU Annex III fragrance allergen; found naturally in anise oil and some balsams; moderate sensitization potential; produces sweet floral-anisic note; also known as anisyl alcohol or para-methoxybenzyl alcohol
Is Anise Alcohol allowed in India?
Anise Alcohol is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is Declaration required above 0.001% leave-on / 0.01% rinse-off.
What is Anise Alcohol used for in cosmetics?
Anise Alcohol functions as: Fragrance / Perfuming / Aroma Chemical. It is commonly found in: Anise, floral and oriental fragrance notes; soaps, perfumes, body care, detergents.
Can Anise Alcohol cause an allergic reaction?
Yes. Anise Alcohol has an allergen flag (Yes - EU Annex III fragrance allergen). If you have sensitive skin or known fragrance/contact allergies, patch-test products containing this ingredient before full use.
Is Anise Alcohol safe for babies?
Anise Alcohol has baby/child restrictions: No. Avoid using products containing this ingredient on infants unless specifically formulated and labelled for baby use.
Regulatory Status
EU Annex: Annex III (fragrance allergen - declaration required)
Identifiers
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