Methyl Salicylate

Methyl SalicylateChemical name:Benzoic acid,2-hydroxy-Methyl ester Methyl SalicylateMolecular formula:C8H8O3CAS:119-36-8Structure formula:Bitmap Standard:BP/USP/JPPhysical and Chemical Properties:Colorless or light pale yellow liquid with the odor of leaves of ilex,soluble in alcohol,ether,slightly soluble in water,easy to change color in the air.Specification:Content:99.0-100.5%Specific gravity:1.180-1.186(20oC)Refractive index:1.535-1.538Acidity:5.0g sample in 50ml alcohl, not more than 0.4ml in 0.1Mol NaOH.Usage:Irritate medicine for dephlogistication,and analgesia,partially used in joint and muscle pain and often used as ointment to cure rheumatism.Packing:Packing in red or blue polyethylene pail or aluminum-made pail.Net weight:25kg/220kg.Storage:Sealed in lightproof containers in dry and shade place.