Salts & Minerals
REACH
Zinc salicylate
CAS Number
16283-36-6
EC Number
240-380-7
What is Zinc salicylate?
Zinc salicylate (CAS 16283-36-6), also known as zinc disalicylate, is the zinc salt of salicylic acid used in pharmaceutical and personal care manufacturing.
Where is Zinc salicylate used?
- Topical pharmaceuticals: creams and ointments for acne, seborrheic conditions and hyperkeratotic skin disorders
- Personal care: anti-dandruff shampoos, foot care products and deodorants
- Medicated powders and dusting formulations for moisture control and mild antiseptic protection
- Oral care: astringent mouthwashes and gum-care preparations
- It combines salicylate keratolytic and antimicrobial activity with zinc skin-conditioning and astringent properties.
Good to know: Pharmaceutical-grade material meets purity requirements aligned with USP and BP standards.
Commercial specifications
- Pharmaceutical grade: purity aligned with USP and BP standards
- Packaging: kilogram quantities to bulk drums
Other Names (Synonyms)
Zinc, bis(salicylato)-|Salicylic acid, zinc salt|96OQ2F972S|Zinc, bis[2-(hydroxy-κO)benzoato-κO]-, (T-4)-|Zinc, bis(2-hydroxybenzoato-O1,O2)-, (T-4)-|(T-4)-Bis[2-(hydroxy-κO)benzoato-κO]zinc
What are the physical properties of Zinc salicylate?
Appearance White crystalline needles or powder. Soluble in water and alcohol. Combustible.
Color White to Off-White
Form Solid
Water Solubility 5g/100mL H2O (20°C) [CRC10], soluble alcohol [MER06]
How is Zinc salicylate classified and handled safely? Learn More
Danger
GHS05· Corrosive GHS07· Irritant GHS09· Environmental Hazard
Hazard Statements
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H315 Causes skin irritation
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318 Causes serious eye damage
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary Statements
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Zinc salicylate?
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids
WGK (Germany) 2