What is Methyl Salicylate? It is a synthetic organic compound with the chemical formula C8H8O3. It is commonly known as wintergreen oil and has a characteristic sweet, minty aroma. Methyl Salicylate is an ester formed from the reaction between methanol and salicylic acid. It is typically used in both commercial and industrial applications.
ACS Conformity: Methyl Salicylate 99% ACS Synthetic meets the ACS (American Chemical Society) standards, ensuring high purity for laboratory use.
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Frequent Uses
Analytical Reagent
Used as a standard or reference material in analytical chemistry to calibrate instruments or perform quality control testing.
Extraction and Purification
Employed in the extraction of compounds from plant material due to its solvent properties, particularly in the isolation of essential oils.
Synthesis
Used in organic synthesis as an intermediate in the production of various chemical compounds, such as in esterification reactions.
Solvent for Chromatography
Utilised as a solvent in chromatography, particularly in the separation and analysis of complex mixtures.
