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Aniseed ( Illicium verum )

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Pimpinella anisum · Sweet Licorice Spice

Aniseed Spice Oil

Aniseed Oil is a sweet, licorice-scented spice oil steam distilled from the seeds of Pimpinella anisum. Rich in anethole, this aniseed oil has a distinctive sweet-anise aroma prized in flavour work, perfumery and aromatherapy.

At Kush Aroma Exports, our aniseed oil is steam distilled from selected seeds to capture its sweet, licorice character. As one of India's leading essential oil manufacturers — a trusted essential oil manufacturer, supplier and exporter of 100% pure spice oils, we supply every batch with verifiable specification. Explore our full range of natural spice oils or browse our essential oils for more aromatic materials.

Quick Facts

Botanical NamePimpinella anisum
Common NameAniseed, anise, sweet cumin
FamilyApiaceae
SourceSeeds
OriginEastern Mediterranean / Southwest Asia
Processing MethodSteam distillation
Colour / ConsistencyColourless to pale-yellow liquid, licorice odour

Aroma Profile

Aniseed has a distinctive, sweet, rich licorice scent from its anethole content — a warm, sweet spice note.

Blends beautifully with

Aniseed pairs with floral, citrus and spice materials, including:

Rose Orange Lavender Fennel Caraway Coriander

Sweet Anise

Aniseed (Pimpinella anisum), also called anise or sweet cumin, is a classic culinary and medicinal seed with a sweet licorice aroma.

Its oil is often used interchangeably with star anise, though the two come from different plants.

Harvesting & Extraction

Aniseed oil is steam distilled from the seeds, concentrating their anethole-rich, sweet-licorice fraction. Explore more in our natural spice oils collection.

Common Uses

Across perfumery, wellness and traditional practice, this oil is valued for:

  • Flavouring — a sweet licorice note in food, confectionery and beverages.
  • Perfumery — a warm, sweet-anise note for gourmand and oriental accords.
  • Aromatherapy — a warming, comforting note in aromatherapy blends.
  • Natural fragrance — a distinctive sweet-spice note for niche work.

Related Oils You May Like

For more sweet, seed and spice oils, explore related materials: Fennel Oil, Caraway Seed Oil, Coriander Seed Oil, our natural spice oils.

Caution: Aniseed is rich in anethole, so use in moderation and avoid during pregnancy. Dilute well before use and perform a patch test; for external use only unless working under professional guidance. Keep out of reach of children.

Why Buy Aniseed Oil From Kush Aroma Exports

As a Government-recognised Star Export House and a trusted essential oil manufacturer, supplier, exporter and wholesaler of 100% pure essential oils from Kannauj, India, we offer aniseed oil in retail and bulk quantities, with worldwide shipping and quality you can verify.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is aniseed oil?
It is a sweet, licorice-scented spice oil steam distilled from the seeds of Pimpinella anisum.
Is it the same as star anise?
No — aniseed is Pimpinella anisum; star anise is Illicium verum, a different plant with a similar licorice note.
What does it smell like?
Sweet, warm and licorice-like, from its anethole content.
What is it used for?
Flavouring, perfumery, aromatherapy and natural fragrance.

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Typical Composition · Qualitative

Key Constituents

Aniseed oil is dominated by trans-anethole. Typical qualitative constituents below; batch values vary.

ConstituentTypical Character
Structural ClassNote
trans-AnetholeSweet, licorice — dominant compound
ClassPhenylpropanoid — main marker
Estragole (methyl chavicol)Sweet, anise (moderation)
ClassPhenylpropanoid
AnisaldehydeSweet, hawthorn-like
ClassAldehyde

Safety Summary

HazardsAnethole-rich; use in moderation.
ContraindicationsAvoid in pregnancy; dilute and patch test.

Technical Notes

  • Data correction — The source listed the family as Myrtaceae, which is incorrect; aniseed is Apiaceae. Origin also differs between fields (Egypt vs Eastern Mediterranean).
  • Related listing — Overlaps with our aniseed floral-absolute listing; this is the steam-distilled spice oil.
  • Batch documentation — Specification and batch documentation available on request.
Technical Disclaimer: The composition indicated above is qualitative and typical for this botanical; it does not constitute a Certificate of Analysis. Batch-specific GC/MS values vary with origin, harvest and distillation. For regulatory or formulation decisions, always refer to the batch-specific CoA supplied with your order.

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