CAS number
69-72-7
Industry
Personal Care
Typical form
Crystalline powder
Also known as: 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid.
Typical grades: USP, BP and technical grades.
About Salicylic Acid
Salicylic Acid is a beta hydroxy acid with keratolytic and anti-acne properties. It is also a starting material for aspirin and other pharmaceuticals.
Uses and applications
Skin care
Used in acne cleansers, toners and peels, and in dandruff shampoos.
Pharmaceutical
Used in topical medicines for warts and skin conditions, and as an intermediate in drug manufacturing.
Preservation
Used as a preservative in some cosmetics, and as an intermediate for other chemicals.
Regulatory note and documentation
Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical use is subject to the requirements of the destination market (for example FDA, EMA or TGA) and the relevant pharmacopoeia monograph (such as USP, BP or EP). Requirements vary by country, so please confirm them for your own product and market before use.
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