Methyl Salicylate Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- Oil of Wintergreen
- Wintergreen Oil
- Methyl 2-Hydroxybenzoate
- MeSa
Methyl salicylate supplier in Malaysia for manufacturers buying the raw-material ester, not a finished consumer rub or balm. Also known as oil of wintergreen, wintergreen oil, methyl 2-hydroxybenzoate and MeSa, this colourless to pale yellow oily liquid is the methyl ester of salicylic acid used in industrial and formulation work.
Commercial options include pharmacopoeial grades designated against BP, USP or EP references, technical grade for general industrial use, and flavour or fragrance grades for aroma compounding. This page covers the synthetic ester; natural wintergreen distillate is a separate botanical material and should be named explicitly if that is what you require.
Buyers use methyl salicylate in topical rub and balm manufacture, oral-care and mouthwash flavouring, chewing gum and confectionery aroma systems, and selected industrial formulations as a solvent or UV-absorbing component. Grade selection depends on the target specification and application.
Send the required grade, specification or monograph reference, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation. Supply is subject to applicable requirements.
- CAS number
- 119-36-8
- Formula
- C8H8O3
- Grade
- pharmaceutical, technical, food
- Appearance
- colourless to pale yellow oily liquid with a characteristic wintergreen odour
Methyl Salicylate grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacopoeial grade methyl salicylate | clear oily liquid | — | Raw-material ester for topical rub, balm and related medicated or healthcare formulations where a BP, USP or EP grade designation is requested. Monograph alignment is confirmed against the quoted lot documentation, not assumed from the grade name alone. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Technical grade methyl salicylate | clear oily liquid | — | Industrial and general manufacturing use as a solvent, process intermediate or formulation component where a pharmacopoeial or food grade is not required. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Flavour and fragrance grade methyl salicylate | clear oily liquid | — | Wintergreen-character flavour and fragrance compounding for oral care, confectionery, chewing gum and related aroma systems that specify a flavour-suitable ester grade. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy methyl salicylate from ChemTrade
Request a quote for methyl salicylate
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | colourless to pale yellow oily liquid | — |
| Chemical character | methyl ester of salicylic acid (methyl 2-hydroxybenzoate) | — |
| Odour | characteristic wintergreen | — |
| Common grade checks | assay, related substances, colour, refractive index and any pharmacopoeial or food-grade limits confirmed against the required grade documentation | — |
Methyl Salicylate applications
Safety and handling
Keep sealed in a cool, well-ventilated place away from strong oxidisers and sources of ignition. Handle as an oily organic liquid and follow the safety information supplied with the quoted grade.
Common questions about methyl salicylate
Is oil of wintergreen the same as methyl salicylate?
Oil of wintergreen is a common name for methyl salicylate, the methyl ester of salicylic acid. On this page it refers to the synthetic ester raw material for manufacturing, not a finished consumer balm. State the grade and application so the quotation matches the intended use.
What is the difference between synthetic methyl salicylate and natural wintergreen oil?
Synthetic methyl salicylate is the industrial ester covered here. Natural wintergreen or sweet birch distillate is a separate, typically more expensive botanical material and should not be assumed interchangeable. Name which material you need when enquiring.
Which methyl salicylate grade should I request?
Pharmacopoeial grades are commonly requested when a BP, USP or EP reference appears on the formulation specification. Technical grade suits general industrial use, while flavour or fragrance grades are selected for oral care, confectionery and aroma compounding. Send the target standard with the enquiry.
Does ChemTrade guarantee BP or USP monograph compliance?
No automatic compliance claim is made from the grade name alone. If a specific pharmacopoeial monograph is required, state the reference and any documentation needs in the enquiry so the quoted lot can be checked against those requirements.
What details are needed for a methyl salicylate price enquiry?
Provide the grade, application, target specification, quantity and delivery location. Mention preferred packing and any certificate or document needs so the quotation can cover the full commercial requirement.
Can packing and documentation be confirmed with the quotation?
Yes. List the preferred pack format and required product documents in the enquiry. Available packing, documentation and commercial terms are confirmed for the quoted methyl salicylate grade.