Description
Methyl Salicylate (Formula: C8H8O3) is a colorless to slightly yellow liquid known for its strong, persistent, characteristic, and aromatic odor. With a high purity level of over 99%, it is widely used in the fragrance, flavor, and pharmaceutical industries. This compound has a specific gravity ranging from 1.1750 to 1.185 at 25°C and a refractive index of 1.5330 to 1.5390 at 25°C, ensuring reliable performance in various applications. The acidity is not more than (NMT) 0.4 ml of 0.1 M NaOH.
Benefits: Methyl Salicylate is highly valued for its soothing and aromatic properties, making it a popular choice in liniments, ointments, and other topical analgesic products. Its strong and characteristic aroma provides a warming effect, often used in massage oils and muscle relief products. Methyl Salicylate is also beneficial in flavoring applications, adding a wintergreen taste to various food and beverage products.
For optimal preservation, store this product in a well-fitted container, away from light and heat, ensuring a shelf life of 24 months from the manufacturing date.
| Product Details | Methyl Salicylate |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Methyl Salicylate |
| Formula | C8H8O3 |
| Appearance | Colorless to Slightly yellow color liquid |
| CAS Number | 119-36-8 |
| Odour | Strong persistent Characteristic & Aromatic odour |
| Specific Gravity @25°C | 1.1750 – 1.185 |
| Refractive Index @25°C | 1.5330 – 1.5390 |
| Acidity | NMT 0.4 ml of 0.1 M NaOH |
| Purity | >99 % |
| Storage | In well fitted container in cool and dark place |
| Shelf Life | 24 Months { 2 years from date of Manufacturing } |
