METHYL SALICYLATE
METHYL SALICYLATE For Synthesis
Confirms to BP, NF
Short Name: METHYL SALICYLATE
Synonym: Wintergreen oil synthetic
Basic Details
Article No.
LG101581
Grade
For Synthesis
Purity
99%
CAS No.
119-36-8
HS Code
2918.2310
Shelf Life
60 Months
Packings Avialable
Physical Properties
Physical state at 20 °C
Liquid
Colour
Clear colorless
Odour
Characteristic odour
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C]
-8 - -7 °C
Auto-ignition temperature [°C]
453 °C
Flash point [°C]
96 °C
Boiling point [°C]
222 °C
Vapour pressure mm/Hg
1 mm Hg at 54 °C
Vapour density
5.25
Density [g/cm3]
1.174
Solubility in water [% weight]
Insoluble in water
Partition coefficient Log Pow octanol /water at 20°C
2.55
Chemical Specifications
Appearance
A clear colorless/almost colourless liquid
Assay
99 - 100%
Solubility in ethanol
Passes test
Optical rotation at 25°C
Inactive
Density (d20°C/4°C)
1.180 - 1.185
Refractive index (20°C; 589 nm)
1.535 - 1.538
Substance with an acidic reaction (as salicylic acid)
Max 0.1%
Heavy metal (as Pb)
Max 0.002%
Methanol (GC,area %)
Max 0.1%
Safety Information & Hazard Symbols
Symbol
GHS07
Signal Word
Warning
Hazardous Statement
H302-H315-H319-H335
Precaution Statement
P261-P305 + P351 + P338