Off-white powder
CAS: 54-21-7
Product ID: 100SAL13
Molecular formula: C7H5NaO3
MW: 160.1g/mol
Solubility: 0.9-1.2kg/L
MP: ˃300C

Sodium salicylate is a bioactive, light-sensitive salt of sodium and salicylic (2-hydroxy
benzoic) acid. It is used topically in creams, ointments or solution for the cleaning
cattle, horses, sheep, goats and poultry wounds. Furthermore, salicylates have been
studied as components for skin care creams and in dermatology.

Established uses of sodium salicylate include:
� Preservative
� Coupling agent for azo dyes
� Phosphor
� Denaturant
� Precursor for wintergreen, aspirin, and other salicylates
� Electrolyte