Salicylic acid is a lipophilic monohydroxybenzoic acid, a type of phenolic acid, and a beta hydroxy acid (BHA). This colorless crystalline organic acid is widely used in various applications from organic synthesis to a pharmaceutical intermediate, as well as entering into the composition of various cosmetic formulations where it shows proven efficacy as antibacterial, anti-ageing, keratolytic, exfoliating, antimycotic and preservative. In addition it is used in high performance industrial applications including as a curing accelerator for polymers.
Melting Point | 157 - 160 °C |
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Boiling Point | 256 °C |
Flash Point | 157 °C |
Density | 1.44 g/cm³ (20 °C) |
Forms | White, Needles, Colourless, Crystalline, Solid |
Synonyms: 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid
Chemical Formula: C7H6O3
CAS Number: 69-72-7