Phenyl salicylate
Also known as: Salol, Phenyl 2-hydroxybenzoate, Salicylic acid phenyl ester, 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid phenyl ester, Seesorb 201, NSC 33406, Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, phenyl ester
Phenyl salicylate (CAS 118-55-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C13H10O3 and a molecular weight of 214.217 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 41-43 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 306.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 137.3±13.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 118-55-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-1503834-4
- Molecular Formula
- C13H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 214.217 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 41-43 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 306.6±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 137.3±13.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 214.062988 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 3.55 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.615 |
| Additional Property | dioxane: 0.1 g/mL, clear, colorless |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918230000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918230000 other esters of salicylic acid and their salts VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Phenyl salicylate?
The CAS number of Phenyl salicylate is 118-55-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Phenyl salicylate?
Phenyl salicylate has molecular formula C13H10O3 and molecular weight 214.217 g/mol.
Is Phenyl salicylate hazardous?
Phenyl salicylate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Phenyl salicylate?
For Phenyl salicylate, Upstream Products: Carbon dioxide, Phenol, Salicylic acid; Downstream Products: 2-Hydroxy-N-1H-1,2,4-triazol-3-ylbenzamide, Xanthone, 3-Hydroxyxanthen-9-one.
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