Methyl Anthranilate

METHYL ANTHRANILATE

INCI Name: Methyl Anthranilate

Synonyms: Methyl o-aminobenzoate, MA, Carbomethoxyaniline

Origin: Aromatic synthesis

DESCRIPTION

Methyl Anthranilate is one of the most distinctive molecules in the perfumer’s palette, appreciated for its floral, fruity, and slightly animalic profile, capable of bringing remarkable naturalness and recognizability to compositions.

Its aroma is immediately associated with orange blossom, Muscat grape, and dark fruits, with sweet, floral, and slightly narcotic nuances that add depth and personality to accords. At low concentrations, it imparts a rich floral-fruity facet; at higher dosages, it develops a more intense and opulent character, typical of raw materials used in classical perfumery.

Thanks to its extraordinary ability to provide realism and volume, Methyl Anthranilate is a key raw material in the construction of orange blossom, jasmine, tuberose, grape, and white floral bouquets, as well as in numerous gourmand and oriental compositions.

PERFUMERY

In perfumery, Methyl Anthranilate is primarily used to enrich white floral, citrus, and fruity accords, to which it brings greater naturalness, depth, and complexity.

Its strength lies in its ability to recreate some of the richest and most sensual facets of natural flowers, particularly neroli, orange blossom, jasmine, and tuberose. Even at low dosages, it can significantly enhance the perception of warmth and volume in the heart of a fragrance.

One of the most recognizable characteristics of Methyl Anthranilate is its pronounced Muscat grape facet, which makes it a reference material for recreating grape, grape juice, and dark fruit accords. It is frequently used as a foundation for the construction of modern fruity accords, contributing greater realism, juiciness, and depth to compositions.

Thanks to its versatility, it can be used both as a characterizing material and as a texture modifier, helping to make compositions richer and more natural.

Olfactory family: Fruity

Olfactory pyramid: Heart note

IFRA 51: No restriction (category 4)

COSMETICS

In cosmetics, Methyl Anthranilate is used to impart an intense and refined floral-fruity facet to formulations, particularly appreciated in personal care fragrances.