This phenolic Ether is found in the essential oils of botanicals such as Star Anise, Cinnamon Bark, Cinnamon Leaf, Ho Wood, and Nutmeg. It has a sweet, spicy, warm, and woody scent and behaves like a natural pesticide in a variety of plants. The most common way for people to be exposed to Safrole is through spices like those aforementioned as well as through Black Pepper.
