Compound Monograph

Anisic aldehyde

p-Anisaldehyde, a methoxy aromatic aldehyde reported in fennel, contributing sweet anise-like aroma.

Classification

Anisic aldehyde is one of the phenolic acids, part of the phenolics class. Antioxidant compounds built around one or more phenol rings — the flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids, coumarins, and pigments behind much of a plant's protective chemistry.

Where Does It Come From? (1)

Anisic aldehyde is one of the phenolic acids, found in Fennel.