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Salicylic acid
Salicylic acid is a white crystalline organic compound used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and chemical synthesis. It functions as a keratolytic agent and is a key ingredient in treatments for acne, psoriasis, and warts. Available in powder form with a CAS number of 69-72-7, molecular formula C7H6O3, and molecular weight 138.12 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Salicylic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Salicylic acid is a white crystalline organic compound used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and chemical synthesis. It functions as a keratolytic agent and is a key ingredient in treatments for acne, psoriasis, and warts. Available in powder form with a CAS number of 69-72-7, molecular formula C7H6O3, and molecular weight 138.12 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Salicylic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to cream powder |
| Melting Point | ⩾156 ° C |
| Ash | ⩽ 0.3% |
| Heavy metals | ⩽ 20ppm |
| Sulfate | ⩽ 0.5% |
| Assay | ⩾99% |
| Moisture | ⩽ 0.5% |
| Phenol | ⩽ 0.2% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 157 C |
| Shelf Life | 60 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 69-72-7 |
| Molecular Formula | 2-(HO)C6H4CO2H |
| Molecular Weight | 138.12 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C(=C1)C(=O)O)O |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2918.21.50.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2918210000 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
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Flammable
GHS02
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H361d Suspected of damaging fertility. Suspected of damaging the unborn child.
Precautionary statements
- P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
- P410 Protect from sunlight
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is salicylic acid used for?
Salicylic acid is commonly used in pharmaceuticals for treating acne, warts, and other skin conditions due to its keratolytic properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of salicylic acid?
The formula is C7H6O3 and the molecular weight is 138.12 g/mol.
How should salicylic acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grade of salicylic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies salicylic acid in reagent grade.
Can Molekula supply salicylic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply salicylic acid in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a salicylic acid order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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