Salicylate Meitil

Methyl salicylate

Methyl salicylate (oil of wintergreen or wintergreen oil) is an organic compound with the formula C8H8O3. It is the methyl ester of salicylic acid. It is a colorless, viscous liquid with a sweet, fruity odor reminiscent of root beer, 

but often associatively called "minty", as it is an ingredient in mint candies

Iarratas

1. Methyl salicylate is used in high concentrations as a rubefacient and analgesic in deep heating liniments (such as Bengay) to treat joint and muscular pain

2. Methyl salicylate is used in low concentrations (0.04 percent and under) as a flavoring agent in chewing gum and mints

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