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Organic Chemicals

Methyl Salicylate For Synthesis

RA001853 CAS 119-36-8 For Synthesis

Identity

Product code
RA001853
CAS number
119-36-8
Grade
For Synthesis
Purity
99%
Molecular formula
C8H8O3
Molecular weight
152.15

Classification

Applications
Organic Synthesis

Technical Data

Properties

PropertyValueUnit
Physical state at 20 °C Liquid —
Density [g/cm3] 1.174 g/cm3 g/cm3
Solubility in water [% weight] Insoluble in water —
Partition coefficient Log Pow octanol / water at 20°C 2.55 —
Colour Clear colorless —
Odour Characteristic odour —
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] -8 - 7 °C °C
Auto-ignition temperature [°C] 453 °C °C
Flash point [°C] 96 °C °C
Boiling point [°C] 222 °C °C
Vapour pressure mm/Hg 1 mmHg mmHg
Vapour density 5.25 —

These are recorded catalogue property values. Product specification limits, where available, are listed under Specifications.

Specifications

ParameterSpecificationUnit
Appearance A colourless or slightly yellow liquid ; odour, strong, persistent , characteristic and aromatic —
Weight/ mL 1.175 - 1.185 g g
Refractive index (20°C; 589 nm) (20 °C) 1.534 - 1.538 —
Assay 99 - 100.5 % %
A. Infrared absorption spectrum Confirms —
B. A violet color develops Complies —
C. The precipitate melts to 161°C (156 °C) Complies —
Appearance of solution Complies —

4 grades of this substance are listed. Each grade is a separate product with its own specifications, pack sizes and documents.

Packaging

Pack size SKU
25 L RA001853-PK-25L
500 mL RA001853-PK-500ML
200 L RA001853-PK-200L
2.5 L RA001853-PK-2.5L