Flavors & Fragrances
REACH
Isobutyl salicylate
CAS Number
87-19-4
EC Number
201-729-9
FEMA Number
FEMA 2213
What is Isobutyl salicylate?
Isobutyl salicylate (CAS 87-19-4), also known by its FEMA 2213 designation, is an ester used as a fragrance and flavoring ingredient in personal care, food, and pharmaceutical applications.
Where is Isobutyl salicylate used?
- Fragrance compounding: floral and oriental accords in fine perfumes, soaps, and scented cosmetic formulations
- Food and beverage: flavoring agent imparting fruity-herbal notes in confectionery, baked goods, and beverages
- Personal care: sunscreen products and skin creams
- Pharmaceutical oral preparations: flavoring excipient for taste masking
Good to know: Food-grade material conforms to FCC standards.
Commercial specifications
- Packaging from small drums to bulk quantities
Other Names (Synonyms)
2-Methylpropyl 2-hydroxybenzoate|Isobutyl o-hydroxybenzoate|Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 2-methylpropyl ester|2-Methylpropyl o-hydroxybenzoate|SALICYLIC ACID, ISOBUTYL ESTER|S122C080GX|2-Isobutoxycarbonylphenol
What are the physical properties of Isobutyl salicylate?
Melting Point 5.9 °C
Boiling Point 261 °C
Density 1.064 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point 230 °F
Appearance Colorless liquid; may have slightly yellowish tinge.Soluble in alcohol and mineral oil, insoluble in water and glycerol. Combustible.
Color Colorless to Almost colorless
Odor at 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. clover herbal orchid floral
Form clear liquid
Water Solubility 19.5mg/L at 20℃
Vapor Pressure 5Pa at 20℃
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.509(lit.)
Log P 4.09 at 21.9℃
How is Isobutyl salicylate classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS07· Irritant
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Isobutyl salicylate?
HS Code 2918.23.5000
WGK (Germany) 3