Sodium salicylate

Sodium salicylate

Monosodium salicylate; Sodium o-hydroxybenzoate; Salicylic acid sodium salt; O-Hydroxybenzoic acid sodium salt

CAS 54-21-7

Chemical Formula C₇H₅NaO₃

Molecular Weight 160.10 g/mol

Sodium salicylate is a salt of salicylic acid with anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic properties. It is used in pharmaceutical formulations to relieve pain and reduce fever, and occasionally as an alternative to aspirin for individuals sensitive to it. It also has mild antiseptic and keratolytic effects, making it useful in some topical preparations.

Industrial Uses

1. Pharmaceuticals

  • Analgesic & Antipyretic: Sodium salicylate is used as a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for pain relief and fever reduction.
  • Antirheumatic Agent: It is used in the treatment of rheumatic disorders like arthritis due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
  • Formulation Intermediate: Used in the formulation of ointments, tablets, and oral solutions for various therapeutic applications.

2. Performance Chemicals

  • Intermediate Compound: Acts as a starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of dyes, antiseptics, and other organic compounds.
  • Precursor to Salicylic Acid Derivatives: It is used in the production of more complex salicylate-based chemicals.

3. Personal Care

  • Skin Soothing Agent: Used in low concentrations in some topical formulations for skin-soothing and anti-inflammatory effects.
  • Anti-dandruff & Acne Products: Acts similarly to salicylic acid in exfoliating skin and treating scalp or acne-related issues.

Specifications

Assay ≥ 98.0%
Appearance White to off-white crystalline powder or granules
Odor Odorless or slight aromatic odor
Boiling Point Decomposes before boiling
Melting Point ~200–210 °C (with decomposition)
Density ~1.44 g/cm³
Solubility Soluble in water (~1 g/mL at 20 °C); slightly soluble in alcohol
Viscosity Not applicable (solid)
Flash Point Not flammable

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