Free flowing white powder
CAS: 536-45-8
Product ID: 100ANIS13
Molecular formula: C8H7NaO3
MW: 174.13g/mol
Solubility: 135-140g/L
Flash point: 110-120C

Sodium anisate is a salt of sodium and p-anisic (4-methoxy benzoic) acid. p-Anisic
acid is an antiseptic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-tumor, white crystalline
solid found naturally in anise. It is commonly used in cosmetic products as an
antimicrobial preservative. However, p-anisic acid is insoluble in water but dissolve in
some alcohols, ethers, and/or esters; which makes it challenging to efficiently
integrate into many water- or emulsion-based formulations. Interestingly, sodium
anisate, a sodium salt of anisic acid, is easily dissolved in water (13-145g/L) which
makes it easy to integrate in formulations. Additionally, sodium anisate can be paired
with sodium levulinate, potassium sorbate, or other ingredients in anti-aging serum,
lotions, restoration and anti-wrinkle creams, mascara, etc. A popular sodium anisate
combo is Evonik's Dermorganics 1388 which pairs sodium anisate with sodium
levulinate in creating an effective germ-fighting formula.
Established uses of sodium anisate include:
� Antimicrobial ingredient
� Odor masking agent
� Culture media ingredient
� Synthetic reagent and intermediate