Methyl Salicylate

Product Description

Green Stone Swiss supplies high-purity Methyl Salicylate manufactured under strict GMP-aligned quality systems, ensuring consistent batch-to-batch performance for professional cosmetic and personal care brands worldwide. Our direct factory supply model delivers reliable bulk quantities with full technical documentation and free sample support.

Methyl Salicylate is the methyl ester of salicylic acid. In finished formulas it is not salicylic acid and not a salicylate salt. This grade is a colorless to pale yellow liquid.

Sensory oils continue to specify this INCI when methyl salicylate is named. Cosmetic-grade material remains a bulk ingredient when the assay is on the COA.

Product Specification

• INCI Name: Methyl Salicylate
• CAS No.: 119-36-8
• Molecular Formula: C₈H₈O₃
• Molecular Weight: 152.15 Da
• Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
• Purity: Typical ≥99%
• Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; soluble in oils
• Suggested pH: 4.0-7.0 in finished systems
• Storage: Protect from light; keep containers closed

Key Benefits & Applications

Methyl Salicylate is used where this INCI is named on the formula.

• Blend into the oil phase
• Distinct from the materials named above
• Fits leave-on cosmetic bases
• Typical use level: 0.1-0.5% in the finished formula

Formulation Guidelines

Follow these guidelines when adding Methyl Salicylate.

• Suggested Use Level: Typical 0.1-0.5% in the finished formula
• pH Range: Suggested 4.0-7.0
• Addition: Blend into the oil phase
• Stability: Protect from light; keep containers closed
• Combine with Bisabolol when that material is needed beside this ingredient.