Isobutyl salicylate

Name: Isobutyl salicylate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019231

About Isobutyl salicylate

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Isobutyl salicylate in Synthesis grade, an aroma chemical registered under CAS number 87-19-4 with a typical assay of 98%. The compound has the formula C11H14O3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 194.23 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-methylpropyl 2-hydroxybenzoate. It is also known as Iso-butyl salicylate or Isobutyl o-hydroxybenzoate.

The material typically appears as a colourless liquid. Reported physical data include a density of 1.064 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for flavour formulation, fragrance compounding, aroma research and cosmetics and personal care. It is used across food and beverage processing and cosmetics and personal care.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Isobutyl salicylate in 500 g, 1 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research
Cosmetics & personal care

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Isobutyl salicylate
Catalogue No.	VQ-019231
CAS Number	87-19-4
IUPAC name	2-methylpropyl 2-hydroxybenzoate
Molecular formula	C₁₁H₁₄O₃
Molecular weight	194.23 g/mol
Exact mass	194.0943
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29182390
InChIKey	PTXDBYSCVQQBNF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C)COC(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1O
PubChem CID	6873

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Density	1.064 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	3.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	46.5 Å²
Synonyms	Iso-butyl salicylate, Isobutyl o-hydroxybenzoate, Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 2-methylpropyl ester, 2-Methylpropyl o-hydroxybenzoate, Isobutyl 2-hydroxybenzoate, 2-Isobutoxycarbonylphenol, 2-Methyl-1-propyl salicylate, Salicylic Acid Isobutyl Ester, Orchindone, 2-Methylpropyl salicylate, Salicylic acid isobutyl, 2-Hydroxybenzoic Acid Isobutyl Ester

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed

Precautionary statements: P264, P270, P301 + P317, P330, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Isobutyl salicylate?

The CAS Registry Number of Isobutyl salicylate is 87-19-4. It is also known as Iso-butyl salicylate, Isobutyl o-hydroxybenzoate, Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 2-methylpropyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Isobutyl salicylate?

Isobutyl salicylate has the molecular formula C11H14O3 and a molecular weight of 194.23 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-methylpropyl 2-hydroxybenzoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Isobutyl salicylate can I order?

We supply Isobutyl salicylate in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 500 g, 1 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Isobutyl salicylate?

Yes. Every lot of Isobutyl salicylate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Isobutyl salicylate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Isobutyl salicylate is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.