CAS: 134-20-3
Methyl anthranilate is an ester of anthranilic acid and methanol. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a strong fruity, grape-like, or orange blossom odor. It occurs naturally in many plants, including grapes, orange blossoms, jasmine, ylang-ylang, tuberose, and gardenia. Its chemical formula is C8H9NO2 and its CAS number is 134-20-3. It is known for its characteristic 'Concord grape' aroma.
Methyl anthranilate is widely used as a flavoring agent in the food and beverage industry, a fragrance ingredient in perfumery and cosmetics, and as a chemical intermediate. It also finds application as an avian repellent.
In the **food and beverage industry**, it is used to impart grape, berry, citrus, and orange blossom flavors to candies, soft drinks, chewing gums, dairy products, baked goods, and alcoholic beverages. In **perfumery and cosmetics**, it is a key ingredient in floral fragrances (e.g., orange blossom, jasmine, tuberose, gardenia), oriental perfumes, and fantasy notes, providing a sweet, fruity, and slightly indolic character to soaps, lotions, shampoos, and other personal care products. As a **chemical intermediate**, it is used in the synthesis of other chemicals, including some pharmaceuticals. Notably, it is also used as an **environmentally friendly bird repellent** in agriculture (e.g., vineyards, blueberry fields) and on golf courses, as birds find its taste and smell unpleasant.
Methyl anthranilate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. FDA for use as a food additive. It has low toxicity and is widely tolerated in consumer products at typical usage levels. In concentrated forms, it can be a mild skin and eye irritant. As a flammable liquid, it should be handled with standard precautions, including use in well-ventilated areas and avoiding direct contact with skin and eyes. Occupational exposure limits are typically low, reflecting its general safety profile.
Methyl 2-aminobenzoateMethyl o-aminobenzoate2-Aminobenzoic acid methyl esterAnthranilic acid methyl esterFEMA No. 2733
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