Description

Menthyl Salicylate is a versatile organic ester compound, valued for its unique combination of salicylic acid's properties and the cooling sensation of menthol. This makes it a highly effective and sought-after ingredient in formulations requiring both functional and sensory benefits. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for sun care, topical analgesics, and fragrance applications.

Application

• Sunscreen and Sun Care Products: Acts as an effective UV-B filter and soothing agent in lotions, creams, and sprays.
• Topical Analgesics and Rubs: Provides a cooling, analgesic effect in muscle pain relief gels, balms, and sports creams.
• Cosmetic and Skincare Formulations: Used as a functional ingredient in after-sun products, moisturizers, and anti-aging creams for its skin-conditioning properties.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Serves as a fixative and provides a mild, characteristic note in perfumery and flavor compositions.
• Pharmaceutical Preparations: Incorporated into topical ointments and patches for its counter-irritant and penetration-enhancing qualities.
• Industrial Applications: Employed as a plasticizer and intermediate in the synthesis of specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Menthyl Salicylate
CAS No.	89-46-3
Molecular Formula	C17H24O3
Molecular Weight	276.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Menthyl 2-hydroxybenzoate; Homosalate; Heliophan; 3,3,5-Trimethylcyclohexyl salicylate; Filtrosol A; Coppertone; Salicylic acid menthyl ester; NSC 406306; Homomenthyl salicylate
EINECS	201-909-5

Quality Control

Our Menthyl Salicylate is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We offer grades suitable for cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications, with specifications that can meet relevant industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider using amber glass or opaque containers to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.505 - 1.515
Specific Gravity (25°C)	1.045 - 1.055
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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