Methyl Salicylate EP Impurity I

Name: Methyl Salicylate EP Impurity I
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-033746

About Methyl Salicylate EP Impurity I

Listed under CAS 23287-26-5, Methyl Salicylate EP Impurity I is a pharmacopeial impurity of Methyl Salicylate available from Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C9H10O3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 166.17 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoate. Alternative names: Methyl Salicylate - Impurity I and Methyl o-cresotinate.

It is supplied as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a characterised impurity of Methyl Salicylate, it is used for analytical method development, method validation (AMV) and routine quality-control testing, and it supports ANDA and DMF regulatory filings. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Methyl Salicylate EP Impurity I in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmacopeial method verification
Impurity profiling
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl Salicylate EP Impurity I
Catalogue No.	VQ-033746
CAS Number	23287-26-5
IUPAC name	methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoate
Molecular formula	C₉H₁₀O₃
Molecular weight	166.17 g/mol
Exact mass	166.063
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	SUHLUMKZPUMAFP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(C(=CC=C1)C(=O)OC)O
PubChem CID	31835

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	3.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	46.5 Å²
Synonyms	Methyl Salicylate - Impurity I, Methyl o-cresotinate, Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-3-methyl-, methyl ester, Methyl ester of 2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoic acid, Levegal PT, 2-Hydroxy-3-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester, 2,3-Cresotic acid, methyl ester, Methyl 2-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-Benzoate, 3-methylsalicylic acid methyl ester, Methyl-3-methylsalicylate, o-cresotic acid methyl ester, 3-methylsalicyclic acid methyl ester

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl Salicylate EP Impurity I?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl Salicylate EP Impurity I is 23287-26-5. It is also known as Methyl Salicylate - Impurity I, Methyl o-cresotinate, Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-3-methyl-, methyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl Salicylate EP Impurity I?

Methyl Salicylate EP Impurity I has the molecular formula C9H10O3 and a molecular weight of 166.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 2-hydroxy-3-methylbenzoate.

What is Methyl Salicylate EP Impurity I used for?

Methyl Salicylate EP Impurity I is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Methyl Salicylate. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl Salicylate EP Impurity I can I order?

We supply Methyl Salicylate EP Impurity I in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl Salicylate EP Impurity I?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl Salicylate EP Impurity I 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 EP Impurity I be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl Salicylate EP Impurity I 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.