Star Anise Oil

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Star Anise Oil is a precious essential oil extracted from the natural star anise fruits and leaves. The core component of Star Anise Oil is trans-Anethole, typically present in high concentrations ranging from 80% to 90%. Additionally, it contains minor constituents such as Estragole, D-Limonene, Linalool, and alpha-Pinene.

It presents as a clear liquid with no colour or a light yellow hue, characterised by its distinctive liquorice or anise aroma.

Star Anise Oil is widely used in food flavoring and perfumery.

Substance Identification

Synonyms Aniseed Extract | Pimpinella
CAS 84650-59-9
EINECS 283-872-7
FEMA 2096
HS.CODE 330129
Molecular Formula N/A
Moleclar Weight N/A

Application & Uses

  • Used in the production of anethole.
  • Food & Beverages: Widely used as a food flavouring agent (GB 2760-1996) , imparting its unique taste to confectionery, baked goods, beverages, meat products, and more; also serves as a food preservative and fresh-keeping agent due to its antimicrobial properties.
  • Fragrance & Cosmetics: An important raw material for perfumes, soaps, cosmetics, oral care products, and terpene resins.
  • Pharmaceutical & Health: Utilised as an intermediate in the pharmaceutical industry, notably in the production of antiviral drugs (e.g., Tamiflu); also commonly employed in traditional medicine to aid digestion, alleviate respiratory discomfort, relieve muscle pain, reduce stress, and boost immunity.
  • Other Industrial Uses: Can serve as a solvent and is used to mask undesirable odours in pharmaceutical products.

Sales Specification

ITEM VALUE
Appearance Clear liquid with no color or light yellow color
Odor Similar to star anise
Anethole Content, % 87 min
Freezing Point, ℃ 15 min
Optical Rotation, ° -2 to +1
Refractive Index 1.553 to 1.560

Package

  • Galvanized Iron Drum, 200kg net each

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