Ethyl salicylate
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| Ethyl salicylate | |
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| IUPAC name | Ethyl 2-hydroxybenzoate |
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| CAS number | [118-61-6] |
| SMILES | OC1=CC=CC=C1C(OCC)=O |
| Properties | |
| Molecular formula | C9H10O3 |
| Molar mass | 166.17 g/mol |
| Density | 1.131 g/cm3 |
| Melting point |
1 °C |
| Boiling point |
231-234 °C |
| Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) Infobox disclaimer and references |
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Ethyl salicylate is the ester formed by the condensation of salicylic acid and ethanol. It is a clear liquid that is sparingly soluble in water, but soluble in alcohol and ether. It has a pleasant odor resembling wintergreen and is used in perfumery and artificial flavors.
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