Is Anethole Soluble in Ethanol?

Anethole (also known as anise camphor) is an organic compound that is widely used as a flavoring substance. ... Anethole is only slightly soluble in water but exhibits high solubility in ethanol.

Is anethole soluble in water?

Anethole is only slightly soluble in water but exhibits high solubility in ethanol. This trait causes certain anise-flavored liqueurs to become opaque when diluted with water, the ouzo effect.

What is anethole found in?

Anethole is a terpenoid, found in the essential oils of anise (Pimpinella anisum), fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) and several other plants. The name is derived from Dill (Anethum graveolens), in which anethole is only a minor flavour component.