Anethol

(anf-eth-ol), The methyl ether of anol; it occurs in ethereal oils, from which it separates in the Cold in the form of white, shining scales, melting at 21° and boiling at 2320. It is the chief const i tut ent of the e ential oils of anise and fennel. It is employed in preparing the Elixir anethi, N. F., being more fragrant and agreeable than the anise oil.