Properties
Description
Methyl salicylate is a benzoate ester that is the methyl ester of salicylic acid.
Source
Found in leaves of Gaultheria procumbens (wintergreen) (Ericacea).
Purity
>98%, determined by HPLC.
Solubility
It can be mixed with alcohol and glacial acetic acid, soluble in chloroform and ether, slightly soluble in water.
Identity
Confirmed by NMR and MS.
Applications
Methyl salicylate can be used as a flavouring agent, a metabolite and an insect attractant.
