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Ethyl salicylate
CAS Number
118-61-6
EC Number
204-265-5
FEMA Number
FEMA 2458
What is Ethyl salicylate?
Ethyl salicylate (CAS 118-61-6), also known commercially as Salstan and Salotan, is the ethyl ester of salicylic acid. FEMA 2458.
Where is Ethyl salicylate used?
- Fragrance and flavor: fixative and aromatic modifier in perfumes, soaps, and food flavoring systems
- Food: flavor ingredient with a wintergreen-like, sweet-floral note
- Personal care: UV-absorbing properties in sunscreen and cosmetic formulations
- Pharmaceutical: intermediate and carrier solvent in topical preparations and medicated products
- Plastics and polymers: UV stabilizer and antioxidant additive that prevents degradation from light exposure
Commercial specifications
- Clear liquid in drum and IBC quantities
Other Names (Synonyms)
Salstan|Salotan|Salicylic ethyl ester|Salicylic ether|Salicylic acid, ethyl ester|Salicyclic acid, ethyl ester|Sal ethyl|Sal ether
What are the physical properties of Ethyl salicylate?
Melting Point 1 °C
Boiling Point 222 °C
Density 1.125 g/cm³ @ Press: 750 Torr
Flash Point 225 °F
Appearance clear colourless to pale yellow liquid
Color Clear colorless to pale yellow
Odor at 100.00 %. sweet wintergreen mint floral spicy balsam
Form Liquid
Water Solubility slightly soluble
Vapor Pressure 0.05 mm Hg ( 25 °C)
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.522(lit.)
Log P 3.07 at 21.9℃
How is Ethyl salicylate classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS07· Irritant
Hazard Statements
H302 Harmful if swallowed
Precautionary Statements
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P330 Rinse mouth.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.
P301+P317 Get emergency medical help.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Ethyl salicylate?
HS Code 29182390
WGK (Germany) 1