Description

Calcium Salicylate is the calcium salt of salicylic acid, a compound of significant industrial and commercial importance. It serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, valued for its stability and specific chemical properties. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, personal care, and polymer industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and as a source of salicylate.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a stabilizer and preservative agent in creams, lotions, and ointments.
• Polymer & Plastics Industry: Functions as a heat stabilizer and lubricant in the production of PVC and other polymers.
• Animal Feed & Nutrition: Employed as a nutritional supplement and preservative in feed formulations.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor or catalyst in various organic synthesis processes.
• Industrial Preservatives: Used in adhesives, paints, and other industrial products to inhibit microbial growth.

Basic Information

Product Name	Calcium Salicylate
CAS No.	824-35-1
Molecular Formula	C14H10CaO6
Molecular Weight	314.31 g/mol
Synonyms	Calcium disalicylate; Salicylic acid, calcium salt; Calcium bis(2-hydroxybenzoate); Dibasic calcium salicylate; 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid calcium salt; Calcium salicylate hydrate (common form); Calcii salicylas
EINECS	212-531-1

Quality Control

Our Calcium Salicylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the required specifications for identity, purity, and performance. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments. Our production can be aligned with various industry standards, including pharmaceutical (USP/EP) and food-grade (FCC) requirements, upon request.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (on dried basis)	98.0% - 102.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
pH (5% aqueous suspension)	6.0 - 8.0
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	28.0% - 32.0%

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