Salicylic acid

Independent reference data for Salicylic acid (CAS 69-72-7), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Source: bark of the white willow and wintergreen leaves; also produced by organic synthesis; Used medicinally for its bacteriostatic, fungicidal, and keratolytic properties; the salts are used as analgesics (aspirin); [ChemIDplus]Salicylic acid is used mainly in the synthesis of acetylsalicylic acid, the most commonly dispensed pharmaceutical product. In the form of esters, amides, and salicylic acid salts it serves as a starting material for other pharmaceutical products. Technical-grade salicylic acid is used primarily as an intermediate in the production of agrochemical products, dyes, and colorants, as well as in the rubber industry and in the manufacture of phenolic resins.

Synonyms and trade names

salicylic acid; 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid; 69-72-7; o-hydroxybenzoic acid; 2-Carboxyphenol; o-Carboxyphenol; Retarder W; Rutranex; Salonil; Keralyt; Duoplant; Freezone; Saligel; Ionil; Psoriacid-S-stift; Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent PRESERVATIVE: Food Additives
GHS notification summary	0.1% (7 / 4704)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	0.1% (7 / 4704)
Reported hazard statements	H302, H318, H312 (45.5%), H319 (49.7%), H315, H317, H361, H370

H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]

H318: Causes serious eye damage [Danger Serious eye damage/eye irritation]

What the public record says

Body Lotion · CAS 69-72-7 · C7H6O3. UNII O414PZ4LPZ. Boiling Point: 211; Boiling Point: 211 °C at 20 torr; Boiling Point: 211.00 °C. @ 20.00 mm Hg.

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.