p-Anisic acid

Independent reference data for p-Anisic acid (CAS 100-09-4), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Used as flavoring agent or adjuvant; [FDA]Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes

Synonyms and trade names

4-METHOXYBENZOIC ACID; p-Anisic acid; 100-09-4; p-Methoxybenzoic acid; Draconic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-methoxy-; 4-Anisic acid; ANISIC ACID, PARA; para-anisic acid; 4SB6Y7DMM3; NSC-32742; DTXSID4059205; FEMA NO. 3945; CHEBI:40813; RefChem:44617; DTXCID0032445

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVOR ENHANCER, FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Savory
GHS notification summary	57% (172 / 302)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	57% (172 / 302)
Reported hazard statements	H302 (38.4%), H315 (43%), H319 (40.4%), H335 (17.5%)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 57% (172 of 302) of all reports.

H302 (38.4%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]

What the public record says

4-Anisic acid is identified by CAS 100-09-4, molecular formula C8H8O3 and molecular weight 152.05 g/mol. UNII 4SB6Y7DMM3; ChEBI 40813; InChIKey ZEYHEAKUIGZSGI-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 276.5; Boiling Point: 275-280 °C; Melting Point: 185.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.