Methyl Salicylate Definition
- Methyl salicylate is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a strong, minty odor, used in topical analgesics, flavoring agents, and fragrances.
- It is an ester of salicylic acid, commonly referred to as oil of wintergreen.
Structure:
- Chemical Formula: C₈H₈O₃
- Molecular Structure: An ester formed by the condensation of salicylic acid and methanol, containing a benzene ring with a methoxy group (-OCH₃) and an ester group.
- Geometry: Planar around the aromatic ring.
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Uses:
- Topical Analgesic: Used in ointments and liniments for muscle and joint pain relief.
- Flavoring Agent: Used in flavorings, especially in mint and wintergreen-flavored products.
- Fragrance: Used in perfumery and as a fragrance in personal care products
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