Organic Chemicals Methyl Salicylate wintergreen oil CAS 119-36-8
Products Description
Methyl salicylate (oil of wintergreen or wintergreen oil) is an organic compound with the formula C8H8O3. It is the methyl ester of salicylic acid. It is a colorless, viscous liquid with a sweet, fruity odor reminiscent of root beer (in which it is used as a flavoring), but often associatively called "minty", as it is an ingredient in mint candies.It is produced by many species of plants, particularly wintergreens. It is also produced synthetically, used as a fragrance and as a flavoring agent.
| Product Name | METHYL SALICYLATE | ||||||||||||
| Synonyms | 2-hydroxy-benzoicacimethylester; Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, methyl ester; Benzoicacid,2-hydroxy-, methylester; Betula; Betula Lenta; femanumber2745; Gaultheria Oil, artificial; Gaultheriaoel; Birch-Me | ||||||||||||
| CAS | 119-36-8 | ||||||||||||
| Molecular formula | C8H8O3 | ||||||||||||
| Molecular Weight | 152.15 | ||||||||||||
| EINECS | 204-317-7 | ||||||||||||
| Physical and Chemical Properties |
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| General Description | Clear, colorless liquid with odor of wintergreen. | ||||||||||||
| Usage | Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | ||||||||||||
| Items | Standard | ||||||||||||
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid | ||||||||||||
| Assay(HPLC) | 99.0%-100.5% | ||||||||||||
| Acidity: [0.1N NaOH]/5.0G |
0.4ml max | ||||||||||||
| Heavy metals | 0.002%(20ppm) max | ||||||||||||
| Angular rotation | Optically inactive | ||||||||||||
| Organic volatile impurities(METHOD IV) | Meets the requirements |
Function
- Analgesic effect: Methyl salicylate has a local analgesic effect and is often used to relieve muscle and joint pain. It stimulates the receptors in the skin to produce a warming sensation, thereby relieving pain.
- Anti-inflammatory effect: It has certain anti-inflammatory properties and can help relieve pain and discomfort caused by inflammation.
- Cooling Sensation: Due to its volatility, methyl salicylate can produce a cooling sensation when used on the skin and is often used to soothe the skin.
Application
Medical products:
- Topical analgesics: Commonly used in topical ointments, patches and sprays for muscle pain, arthritis, sprains, etc.
- Massage Oil: As an ingredient in massage oil, it helps relieve muscle tension and fatigue.
Personal care products:
- Skin Care: In some skin care products, methyl salicylate can provide a cooling sensation and soothing effect.
- Fragrance: Often used in perfumes and aromatherapy products due to its characteristic scent.
Food and Beverages:
- Flavor Additive: Methyl salicylate may be used as a flavor ingredient in certain foods and beverages to provide a minty or wintergreen flavor.
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