Benzyl salicylate
Also known as: Benzyl 2-hydroxybenzoate, Salicylic acid benzyl ester, 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid benzyl ester, 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid phenylmethyl ester, Benzyl o-hydroxybenzoate, phenylmethyl 2-hydroxybenzoate, SALICILATO DE BENCILO
Benzyl salicylate (CAS 118-58-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H12O3 and a molecular weight of 228.243 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 18-20 °C, a boiling point of 320.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 146.4±13.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H371 — May cause damage to organs. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 118-58-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-26473-3
- Molecular Formula
- C14H12O3
- Molecular Weight
- 228.243 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 18-20 °C |
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| Boiling Point | 320.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 146.4±13.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 228.078644 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 4.01 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.607 |
| Additional Property | Slightly soluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H371 — May cause damage to organs
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. María A Pastor-Nieto, et al. Sensitization to benzyl salicylate and other allergens in patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia. Contact Dermatitis. 2021 Jun;84(6):423-430. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918230000 |
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| 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 Benzyl salicylate?
The CAS number of Benzyl salicylate is 118-58-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzyl salicylate?
Benzyl salicylate has molecular formula C14H12O3 and molecular weight 228.243 g/mol.
Is Benzyl salicylate hazardous?
Benzyl salicylate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H371 — May cause damage to organs.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzyl salicylate?
For Benzyl salicylate, Upstream Products: Benzyl bromide, Salicylic acid, Benzyl alcohol; Downstream Products: 2-Hydroxyhippuric acid.
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