Food & Industrial Additives

Methyl Salicylate (Wintergreen Oil, Synthetic)

Colourless to pale yellow liquid with characteristic wintergreen odour · CAS 119-36-8

Overview

Methyl Salicylate (Wintergreen Oil, Synthetic) (CAS 119-36-8) is one of the food & industrial additives products Suraj Chemicals supplies to industrial, institutional and manufacturing buyers across India from our Chennai base. It is commonly used for wintergreen flavouring in confectionery, chewing gum and beverages; fragrance ingredient in oral-care and personal-care formulations; counter-irritant/analgesic ingredient in topical liniments and ointments, among other applications in the food & industrial additives category. We pack Methyl Salicylate (Wintergreen Oil, Synthetic) in drums / carboys as per order quantity, and can arrange bulk, drum or tanker quantities for larger requirements — full characteristics, applications and downloadable documentation are below, or you can request a quote directly.

Specification Sheet — Characteristics

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Methyl Salicylate (Wintergreen Oil, Synthetic)
CharacteristicsSpecifications
Assay99.0% Min
Specific Gravity (25°C)1.182 – 1.186
Refractive Index (20°C)1.535 – 1.538
Boiling Point220 – 224°C
Optical RotationNil (synthetic grade)

Values above are well-established typical/standard specification properties for this product, compiled from published technical references — not a batch-specific lab report. Figures can vary batch to batch — request a current certificate of analysis with your order.

Applications

  • Wintergreen flavouring in confectionery, chewing gum and beverages
  • Fragrance ingredient in oral-care and personal-care formulations
  • Counter-irritant/analgesic ingredient in topical liniments and ointments

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Methyl Salicylate (Wintergreen Oil, Synthetic)?

Methyl Salicylate (Wintergreen Oil, Synthetic) is supplied by Suraj Chemicals as colourless to pale yellow liquid with characteristic wintergreen odour, identified by CAS number 119-36-8. It falls under our Food & Industrial Additives range — see the Specification Sheet table above for its full characteristics.

What is Methyl Salicylate (Wintergreen Oil, Synthetic) used for?

Typical applications include: Wintergreen flavouring in confectionery, chewing gum and beverages; Fragrance ingredient in oral-care and personal-care formulations; Counter-irritant/analgesic ingredient in topical liniments and ointments.

How should Methyl Salicylate (Wintergreen Oil, Synthetic) be stored and handled?

Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from heat, open flame and strong oxidisers — combustible liquid.

What packaging and pack sizes does Suraj Chemicals supply Methyl Salicylate (Wintergreen Oil, Synthetic) in?

Drums / carboys as per order quantity. Contact us if you need a different pack size, or a bulk/tanker quantity.

What is the shelf life of Methyl Salicylate (Wintergreen Oil, Synthetic)?

Typically 3–6 months from date of manufacture when stored sealed, in a cool place away from direct sunlight and heat. Active content in hypochlorite / oxidising products declines gradually over time, so this is one to watch closely. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.

Is Methyl Salicylate (Wintergreen Oil, Synthetic) hazardous to handle?

Yes — Methyl Salicylate (Wintergreen Oil, Synthetic) is combustible and should be kept away from heat and ignition sources. Follow the storage and handling guidance above, use appropriate PPE, and download the Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) in the sidebar above for full GHS hazard, handling and PPE details.

Is a Specification Sheet, TDS or MSDS available for Methyl Salicylate (Wintergreen Oil, Synthetic)?

Yes — a downloadable Specification Sheet (PDF) with full characteristics and specifications is available above, and a downloadable Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) for Methyl Salicylate (Wintergreen Oil, Synthetic) is also available above.

Can I get a sample or discuss order quantity for Methyl Salicylate (Wintergreen Oil, Synthetic)?

Yes — use the Request Price & Availability button or WhatsApp us with your required quantity, and our team will confirm pricing, minimum order quantity, sample availability and delivery timelines for Methyl Salicylate (Wintergreen Oil, Synthetic).