Synonyms: Salicyloxyethanol, 2-Hydroxyethyl Salicylate
CAS No.: 87-28-5
Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₀O₄
Molecular Weight: 182.17 g/mol
Ethylene Glycol Salicylate is an ester of salicylic acid and ethylene glycol, widely used as an active pharmaceutical ingredient intermediate, and excipient. It exhibits anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and mild antiseptic properties. In addition, it serves as a stabilizer and solvent in pharmaceutical formulations and cosmetic products.
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Ethylene glycol salicylate
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What is ethylene glycol salicylate?
Ethylene glycol salicylate is an ester derived from salicylic acid and ethylene glycol. It is used in various industrial and pharmaceutical applications, primarily for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.
What is ethylene glycol salicylate used for?
Ethylene glycol salicylate is used in pharmaceutical formulations to provide topical relief for minor aches and pains. It is commonly found in creams and ointments formulated for joint and muscle discomfort due to its anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.
Is ethylene glycol salicylate the same as salicylic acid?
No, ethylene glycol salicylate is an ester of salicylic acid, which modifies its properties. While salicylic acid is a common keratolytic agent, ethylene glycol salicylate is often used for its anti-inflammatory and soothing effects in topical formulations.
Is ethylene glycol salicylate safe for use?
Ethylene glycol salicylate is considered safe when used in appropriate concentrations and under proper formulation guidelines. It is important to follow regulatory requirements and dosage recommendations to ensure safe use in pharmaceutical and topical applications.
Can ethylene glycol salicylate be used in cosmetics?
Yes, ethylene glycol salicylate may be used in cosmetic formulations, particularly those targeting skin soothing and anti-inflammatory effects. However, it is essential to ensure compliance with cosmetic ingredient regulations and use it within recommended concentration levels.
Ethylene glycol salicylate
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Ethylene glycol salicylate at a glance
Ethylene glycol salicylate is a ZLEY supplied material for professional formulation, R&D and procurement evaluation.
- INCI
- Not applicable — this page is categorized as an API rather than a cosmetic INCI ingredient
- CAS
- Not publicly specified — confirm against the current SDS/TDS
- Content / purity
- Grade-specific; confirm the current TDS specification and batch COA
- Appearance
- Confirm against the current TDS and batch COA
- Recommended dosage
- Not publicly specified — confirm intended use level and target-market requirements
- Solubility
- Not publicly specified — confirm with the current TDS and a formulation compatibility test
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- Addition phase
- Not specified for a cosmetic formulation; consult the API specification and intended-use requirements
- Processing temperature
- Not publicly specified — confirm grade-specific processing limits in the current TDS
- pH
- Not publicly specified — confirm supplied-grade and finished-formula requirements
- Stability
- Validate compatibility, accelerated/real-time stability and final packaging in the finished formulation
- Storage
- Follow the current SDS/TDS and keep the material sealed under the stated storage conditions
- Shelf life
- Confirm against the current TDS and supplied batch documentation
- Applications
- API formulations; confirm finished-product fit and target-market requirements
- Packaging
- Pack size is grade/order specific; confirm on the current quotation and specification
- MOQ
- Available on request; confirm grade, pack size, lead time and destination with ZLEY sales
- TDS / SDS / COA
- TDS on request; SDS on request; Batch-specific COA available on request
Values marked for confirmation are intentionally not estimated. Request the current grade-specific TDS/SDS and batch COA before scale-up or purchase.
Technical documents
Product FAQ
What is Ethylene glycol salicylate?
Ethylene glycol salicylate is a ZLEY supplied material for professional formulation, R&D and procurement evaluation. The declared INCI is: Not applicable — this page is categorized as an API rather than a cosmetic INCI ingredient.
What is the recommended use level for Ethylene glycol salicylate?
The published or currently recorded use level is Not publicly specified — confirm intended use level and target-market requirements. Final use level must be checked against the current TDS, the complete formula, target-market rules and finished-product testing.
How should Ethylene glycol salicylate be incorporated?
Solubility: Not publicly specified — confirm with the current TDS and a formulation compatibility test. Addition phase: Not specified for a cosmetic formulation; consult the API specification and intended-use requirements. Processing temperature: Not publicly specified — confirm grade-specific processing limits in the current TDS.
Which technical and purchasing documents are available?
Request the current TDS; request the current SDS; request the batch-specific COA. Packaging and MOQ are order-specific and should be confirmed with ZLEY sales before purchase.
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