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Is Anisole vegetarian?

Anisole

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Anisole, or methoxybenzene, is a synthetic aromatic organic compound with a smell reminiscent of anise seed, used as a fragrance ingredient and chemical intermediate.

Also known as Methoxybenzene, Phenol Methyl Ether
INCI name Anisole
CAS number 100-66-3
EC number 202-876-1
CosIng ID 39069
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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