Description

[4-(1-Methylethyl)Phenyl]Methyl Salicylate is a specialized organic ester compound, also known as Cumyl Salicylate, valued for its unique aromatic and functional properties. This chemical is particularly significant as a versatile intermediate and a functional ingredient in advanced formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the fragrance, cosmetic, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring specific scent profiles and chemical reactivity.

Application

• Fragrance Industry: Used as a key intermediate or a fragrance ingredient in perfumes, colognes, and scented consumer products for its aromatic characteristics.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into formulations for lotions, creams, and sunscreens, where it may act as a UV absorber or a fragrance component.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of more complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) or prodrugs.
• Flavoring Agents: Potential use in the creation of specific flavor profiles for food-grade applications, subject to regulatory compliance.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a plasticizer or a modifying agent in specialty polymer formulations to alter flexibility or other physical properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis for introducing the salicylate moiety into target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	[4-(1-Methylethyl)Phenyl]Methyl Salicylate
CAS No.	94134-93-7
Molecular Formula	C17H18O3
Molecular Weight	270.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Cumyl Salicylate; 2-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (1-Methylethyl)phenylmethyl Ester; Methyl 2-Hydroxybenzoate 4-Isopropylbenzyl Ester; 4-Isopropylbenzyl Salicylate; p-Cumyl Salicylate; Salicylic Acid Cumyl Methyl Ester; (4-Isopropylbenzyl) Salicylate; Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, (4-isopropylphenyl)methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our [4-(1-Methylethyl)Phenyl]Methyl Salicylate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are provided as a standard part of our quality assurance commitment and are available for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in darkness.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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