Phenyl salicylate

Description

Phenyl salicylate is identified by CAS 118-55-8, molecular formula C13H10O3 and molecular weight 214.06 g/mol. UNII 28A37T47QO; ChEBI 34918; InChIKey ZQBAKBUEJOMQEX-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 172-173; Boiling Point: 172.00 to 173.00 °C. @ 12.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 172-173 °C (12 mm Hg).

Identification

CAS Registry Number	118-55-8
PubChem CID	8361
Molecular formula	C13H10O3
Molecular weight	214.06 g/mol
IUPAC name	phenyl 2-hydroxybenzoate
InChIKey	ZQBAKBUEJOMQEX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
UNII (FDA)	28A37T47QO
ChEBI ID	CHEBI:34918
ATC code (WHO)	G04BX12
FEMA number	3960
JECFA number	736

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	214.22
XLogP3	3.8
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	3
Rotatable Bond Count	3
Exact Mass	214.062994177
Monoisotopic Mass	214.062994177
Topological Polar Surface Area	46.5
Heavy Atom Count	16
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	172-173
Boiling Point	172.00 to 173.00 °C. @ 12.00 mm Hg
Boiling Point	172-173 °C (12 mm Hg)
Melting Point	41-43
Melting Point	43 °C
Solubility	0.15 mg/mL at 25 °C
Vapor Pressure	0.00000817 [mmHg]

Physical description & handling notes

• Dry Powder
• White solid with a pleasant odor; [Merck Index] White crystals; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
• Solid
• White crystalline solid
• insoluble
• insoluble in water; soluble in 50% Heptane

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: ANTIOXIDANT, STABILIZER OR THICKENER FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent
GHS notification summary	12.6% (92 / 729)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	12.6% (92 / 729)
Reported hazard statements	H315 (85.9%), H319 (84.5%), H335 (84.1%)

Documented Uses

• Used to make polymers; Also used as a drug (analgesic/antipyretic/anti-inflammatory) and ingredient in lacquers, adhesives, waxes, polishes, suntan products, and plastics (absorbs light and prevents discoloration); [Merck Index] Used as an antioxidant and stabilizer/thickener for foods; [FDA]
• Painting (Pigments, Binders, and Biocides) [Category: Paint]
• Working with Glues and Adhesives [Category: Other]
• Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes
• Flavoring Agents -> JECFA Flavorings Index
• Cosmetics -> Antimicrobial; Denaturant

Synonyms

Phenyl salicylate; 118-55-8; PHENYL 2-HYDROXYBENZOATE; Salol; Phenol salicylate; Salphenyl; Musol; 2-Phenoxycarbonylphenol; Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, phenyl ester; 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid phenyl ester; Salicylic acid, phenyl ester; Phenyl-2-hydroxybenzoate; Fenylester kyseliny salicylove; 2-Hydroxy-benzoic acid phenyl ester; DTXSID6021957; Seesorb 201

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Phenyl salicylate?

CAS 118-55-8; molecular formula C13H10O3; molecular weight 214.06 g/mol.

What other names is Phenyl salicylate known by?

Phenyl salicylate, 118-55-8, PHENYL 2-HYDROXYBENZOATE, Salol, Phenol salicylate, Salphenyl.

What is the regulatory status of Phenyl salicylate?

Documented regulatory listings: EU Flavoring substances; FDA Substance added to food: ANTIOXIDANT, STABILIZER OR THICKENER; FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS.

Is Phenyl salicylate classified as hazardous?

12.6% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (92 of 729).

What are the key physical properties of Phenyl salicylate?

Boiling Point: 172-173; Boiling Point: 172.00 to 173.00 °C. @ 12.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 172-173 °C (12 mm Hg); Melting Point: 41-43.

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