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Ethyl salicylate

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CAS
118-61-6
EC
204-265-5
Mol. Weight
166.17 g/mol

Description

Ethyl salicylate (CAS 118-61-6), also known commercially as Salstan and Salotan, is the ethyl ester of salicylic acid used across fragrance, flavor, and UV protection applications.

FEMA 2458 designates its use as a flavor ingredient, where it contributes a characteristic wintergreen-like, sweet-floral note to finished products and food systems.

In fragrance and flavor formulations, it functions as a fixative and aromatic modifier in perfumes, soaps, and food flavoring systems to enhance the overall profile of the product.

Personal care manufacturers incorporate it into sunscreen and cosmetic formulations for its UV-absorbing properties, helping protect both the end product and the consumer from UV degradation.

Pharmaceutical formulators use it as an intermediate and carrier solvent in topical preparations and medicated products. It is valued for its stability and compatibility in these systems.

In plastics and polymer processing, it acts as a UV stabilizer and antioxidant additive to extend the service life of finished materials by preventing degradation from light exposure.

Ethyl salicylate is supplied as a clear liquid in drum and IBC quantities suited to industrial procurement volumes. Food-grade material is available in compliance with FEMA standards.

Technical and cosmetic-grade specifications are also offered to meet the requirements of UV stabilizer and personal care end uses, ensuring high quality for industrial applications.

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Physical Properties

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℃

Safety & Handling (Learn More)

Warning GHS07
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.

Trade & Regulatory

HS Code 29182390
WGK (Germany) 1

Documentation

Other Names

Salstan|Salotan|Salicylic ethyl ester|Salicylic ether|Salicylic acid, ethyl ester|Salicyclic acid, ethyl ester|Sal ethyl|Sal ether

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