Methyl Salicylate

Methyl salicylate is a light-yellow liquid. It is used as a flavoring agent in food beverages, and pharmaceuticals. It is used as a UV absorber in sunscreens, fragrances, antiseptic in oral hygiene products, dye carrier, UV light stabilizer in acrylic resins, and topical analgesic in medicines. It is used as a solvent for insecticides, polishes, and inks.