Description
What Is Salicylic Acid?
Salicylic Acid USP (from Latin salix, willow tree) is a lipophilic monohydroxybenzoic acid, a type of phenolic acid, and a beta hydroxy acid (BHA). This colorless crystalline organic acid is widely used in organic synthesis and functions as a plant hormone. It is derived from the metabolism of salicin. The salts and esters of the chemical formula salicylic acid, are known as salicylates.
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Additional information
CAS# | 69-72-7 |
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Formula | C7H6O3 |