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Methyl Salicylate oil of wintergreen - 500ml
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Methyl Salicylate - 500mL
Other Names: Wintergreen oil, Methyl 2-hydroxybenzoate
CAS Number: 119-36-8
Sum Formula: C8H8O3
Molar Mass: 152.15 g/mol
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor
Methyl salicylate is an organic ester widely utilized in chemical industry processes, particularly as a fragrance and flavoring precursor, solvent, and intermediate in synthetic pathways.
Applications
Industrial Chemistry: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of more complex aromatic esters and salicylate-based compounds used in technical products.
Solvent Use: Acts as a non-polar solvent for resins, waxes, and some polymers in manufacturing.
Laboratory Use: Employed in trace-level chemical detection and organic synthesis as a reagent or reactant component.
Safety
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements:
H302: Harmful if swallowed
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
H361d: Suspected of damaging the unborn child
H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary Statements:
P101: If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand
P102: Keep out of reach of children
P201: Obtain special instructions before use
P280: Wear protective gloves
P405: Store locked up
P501: Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal facility
First Aid Measures
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Seek medical advice if symptoms occur
Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Seek medical attention if unwell
Handling and Storage
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Protect from light and incompatible substances such as oxidizers
Handling Precautions: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Prevent formation of aerosols or vapors. Use with adequate ventilation