menthyl salicylate

Description

menthyl salicylate · CAS 89-46-3 · C17H24O3. UNII 43XOA705ZD. Boiling Point: 186; LogP: 4.01.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	89-46-3
PubChem CID	20055232
Molecular formula	C17H24O3
IUPAC name	[(1R,2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylcyclohexyl] 2-hydroxybenzoate
UNII (FDA)	43XOA705ZD

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	276.4
XLogP3	5.4
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	3
Rotatable Bond Count	4
Exact Mass	276.17254462
Monoisotopic Mass	276.17254462
Topological Polar Surface Area	46.5
Heavy Atom Count	20
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	186
LogP	4.01

Physical description & handling notes

• Menthol and methyl salicylate are known as counterirritants. They work by causing the skin to feel cool and then warm. Used together, they provide symptomatic relief for mild to moderate muscular and joint aches and pains, muscle cramps, shoulder aches and stiff neck..

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances Flavoring Agents CIR / INCI: Uv absorber; Masking

GHS Hazard Classification

Reported hazard statements	H413 (100%)

Documented Uses

• Cosmetics -> Uv absorber; Masking
• Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, (1R,2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl ester, rel-: INACTIVE
• For the temporary relief of pain associated with rheumatism, arthritis, neuralgia, sprains and strains of joints and muscles, lumbago and fibrositis.

Synonyms

MENTHYL SALICYLATE; 89-46-3; 1-Menthyl salicylate; DTXSID8046822; 43XOA705ZD; Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, (1R,2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl ester, rel-; EINECS 201-909-7; MENTHYL SALICYLATE [MI]; DTXCID80809573; (1R,2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-(propan-2-yl)cyclohexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl ester; Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl ester, (1alpha,2beta,5alpha)-; 5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate; 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl ester; Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl ester, (1.alpha.,2.beta.,5.alpha.)-; RefChem:810983

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of menthyl salicylate?

CAS 89-46-3; molecular formula C17H24O3; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is menthyl salicylate known by?

MENTHYL SALICYLATE, 89-46-3, 1-Menthyl salicylate, DTXSID8046822, 43XOA705ZD, Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, (1R,2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl ester, rel-.

What is the regulatory status of menthyl salicylate?

Documented regulatory listings: EU Flavoring substances; Flavoring Agents; CIR / INCI: Uv absorber; Masking.

Is menthyl salicylate classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H413.

What are the key physical properties of menthyl salicylate?

Boiling Point: 186; LogP: 4.01.

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