Sodium anisate

Sodium anisate (CAS 536-45-8), also known as sodium p-methoxybenzoate, is the sodium salt of anisic acid used commercially as a preservative and antimicrobial stabilizer. It functions by inhibiting microbial growth across a broad spectrum of formulations. This chemical serves as a preferred alternative to more regulated synthetic preservatives in modern manufacturing. In personal care and cosmetic formulations, it is used as a natural-origin preservative in rinse-off and leave-on products.

It is often combined with other mild preservatives to achieve broad-spectrum protection for consumer goods. Food and beverage manufacturers incorporate it as an antioxidant and shelf-life extender in various products. This is particularly useful where clean-label preservation is a commercial priority for the brand. Pharmaceutical formulators use it as a stabilizing agent in topical and liquid preparations where microbial control is required.

It ensures safety without compromising formulation compatibility in sensitive medical applications. It also functions as an intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients and specialty chemical production. The material is supplied as a white to off-white crystalline powder for industrial use. It is available in food-grade and cosmetic-grade specifications to meet the sourcing requirements of regulated industries.

Quality control ensures the material meets necessary safety benchmarks for global distribution. Packaging is typically offered in kilogram-scale bags through to bulk quantities depending on application volume.