Description

Benzyl Salicylate is a versatile organic ester widely recognized for its role as a fragrance ingredient and a key component in sunscreens. Its primary value lies in its dual functionality as a UV light absorber and a fragrance fixative, providing both performance and stability to formulations. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and fragrance industries seeking reliable, high-quality ingredients. Benzyl Salicylate CAS NO 118-58-1 is a fundamental building block for creating sophisticated and effective consumer products.

Application

• Fragrance Industry: Primarily used as a fixative and solvent in perfumes, colognes, and scented products to enhance longevity and blend aromatic notes.
• Sunscreen & UV Protection: Acts as an effective UV-B filter and stabilizer in sunscreen lotions, creams, and daily wear cosmetic products.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Serves as a fragrance component and emollient in soaps, lotions, shampoos, and other skincare formulations.
• Plasticizer & Stabilizer: Used in specialty polymer and coating applications to improve flexibility and provide light stability.
• Flavoring Agent: Employed in minute quantities as a flavor ingredient for certain food products, adhering to food-grade specifications.
• Industrial Aromatics: Utilized in the production of air fresheners, detergents, and household cleaning products for its pleasant, balsamic odor.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl Salicylate
CAS No.	118-58-1
Molecular Formula	C14H12O3
Molecular Weight	228.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl 2-hydroxybenzoate; Salicylic Acid Benzyl Ester; 2-Hydroxybenzoic Acid Phenylmethyl Ester; Benzyl o-hydroxybenzoate; Benzylester kyseliny salicylove; NSC 6648; FEMA No. 2151; Benzyl Sal
EINECS	204-262-9

Quality Control

Our Benzyl Salicylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We adhere to relevant industry standards, including those for fragrance and cosmetic ingredients (IFRA, RIFM). Every shipment is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and key physical-chemical parameters, available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, heat, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Odor	Characteristic, faint balsamic
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.579 - 1.582
Specific Gravity (25/25°C)	1.175 - 1.185
Acidity (as Salicylic Acid)	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.