SALICYLIC
ACID
| Formula | C7H6O3 (M.W. 138.12) |
| Chemical Name | O-Hydroxy Benzoic Acid |
| Technical Information | White
crystals or nearly white powder in two grades, i.e. Technical Salicylic Acid and Salicylic Acid IP/BP/USP. Sublimes readily.pH of saturated solution is 2.4 |
| Solubility | 1
gm dissolves in 460ml of cold water, 15 ml of boiling water, 2.7 ml of alcohol, 3 ml of acetone, 42ml of chloroform, 3ml of ether, 135ml of benzene, 52ml oil turpentine, 60ml of glycerol and 80ml of fats & oil |
Salicylic Acid (Technical)
Typical Analysis :
| Description | A crystalline powder of not more than reddish buff colour. |
| Melting Point | Not less than 156.5oC |
| Ash | 0.5% (max) |
| Assay | (Total acidity as Salicylic Acid) 98.5% (min) |