Anisole
Formula: C7H8O
CAS No: 100-66-3
Synonyms: Methoxybenzene, Methyl phenyl ether
Application: Used in the production of perfumes, pharmaceuticals, and as a solvent in organic synthesis. Also used as an intermediate in the manufacture of dyes, agrochemicals, and flavoring agents.
Description: Anisole is a colorless liquid with a pleasant odor. It is an ether consisting of a benzene ring attached to a methoxy (-OCH3) group. It is highly flammable and slightly soluble in water but miscible with organic solvents like ethanol and ether.
