Methyl salicylate, 99%

Name: Methyl salicylate, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019278

About Methyl salicylate, 99%

Methyl salicylate is an aroma chemical (Synthesis grade) carrying the CAS registry number 119-36-8, specified at 99% purity. Its molecular formula is C8H8O3 and its molecular weight is 152.15 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is methyl 2-hydroxybenzoate. Alternative names: 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester and Oil of wintergreen.

The material typically appears as a yellow liquid. Literature values give a melting point of -8 to -7 °C and a density of 1.174 g/mL at 25 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for flavour formulation, fragrance compounding and aroma research. Typical end-use sectors are food and beverage processing and cosmetics and personal care.

We offer Methyl salicylate in 500 mL, 5 L, 4 x 25 kg and 160 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl salicylate, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019278
CAS Number	119-36-8
IUPAC name	methyl 2-hydroxybenzoate
Molecular formula	C₈H₈O₃
Molecular weight	152.15 g/mol
Exact mass	152.0473
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29182310
InChIKey	OSWPMRLSEDHDFF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC(=O)C1=CC=CC=C1O
PubChem CID	4133

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Yellow liquid
Melting point	-8 to -7 °C
Density	1.174 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	46.5 Å²
Synonyms	2-Hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester, Oil of wintergreen, Wintergreen oil, 2-Carbomethoxyphenol, Methyl o-hydroxybenzoate, methylsalicylate, 2-(Methoxycarbonyl)phenol, Salicylic acid, methyl ester, Anthrapole ND, Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, methyl ester, o-Hydroxybenzoic acid, methyl ester, Flavor,wintergreen

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P261, P264, P270, P272, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P318, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, P405, 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

Other grades of CAS 119-36-8

IP

Methyl salicylate, IP

CAS: 119-36-8
Formula: C₈H₈O₃
MW: 152.15 g/mol

VQ-046212

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl salicylate, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl salicylate, 99% is 119-36-8. It is also known as 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester, Oil of wintergreen, Wintergreen oil.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl salicylate, 99%?

Methyl salicylate, 99% has the molecular formula C8H8O3 and a molecular weight of 152.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 2-hydroxybenzoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl salicylate, 99% can I order?

We supply Methyl salicylate, 99% in Synthesis (99%) grade, in 500 mL, 5 L, 4 x 25 kg, 160 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl salicylate, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl salicylate, 99% 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 Methyl salicylate, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl salicylate, 99% 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.