| Formula / Notation | C7H8O |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 100-66-3 |
| Molecular Weight | 108.14 |
| Melting Point | -37.3 °C |
| Boiling Point | 155.5 °C AT 760 MM HG |
| Density | 0.9956 AT 18 °C/4 °C |
| Solubility | SOLUBLE IN ALCOHOL AND ETHER |
| Appearance | Anisole appears as a clear straw-colored liquid with an aromatic odor. Insoluble in water and the same density as water. Vapors heavier than air. Moderately toxic by ingestion. A skin irritant. Use... |
| Also Known As | Methoxybenzene; 100-66-3; Benzene, methoxy-; Methyl phenyl ether; Phenoxymethane; Anisol; Phenyl methyl ether; Anizol; Phenol methyl ether; Ether, methyl phenyl |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Anisole?
Anisole is a monomethoxybenzene that is benzene substituted by a methoxy group. It has a role as a plant metabolite.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: anisole
Other Names / Synonyms: Methoxybenzene; 100-66-3; Benzene, methoxy-; Methyl phenyl ether; Phenoxymethane; Anisol; Phenyl methyl ether; Anizol; Phenol methyl ether; Ether, methyl phenyl
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -37.3 °C |
| Boiling Point | 155.5 °C AT 760 MM HG |
| Density | 0.9956 AT 18 °C/4 °C |
| Molecular Weight | 108.14 |
| Solubility | SOLUBLE IN ALCOHOL AND ETHER |
| Appearance | Anisole appears as a clear straw-colored liquid with an aromatic odor. Insoluble in water and the same density as water. Vapors heavier than air. Moderately toxic by ingestion. A skin irritant. Use... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Anisole is a monomethoxybenzene that is benzene substituted by a methoxy group. It has a role as a plant metabolite.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Anisole is: C7H8O