Salicylic acid Other chemical names: 2-hydroxybenzoic acid, ortho-hydroxybenzoic acid, o-HBS, OHBS

Salicylic acid is an organic compound with the chemical formula C₇H₆O₃. It belongs to the group of beta-hydroxycarboxylic acids and is known for its diverse applications. If you have special requirements for the product and packaging, please contact us.

Packaging

  • 20 kg paper bag
  • Big bag with customized filling weights
  • further customized fillings on request

Properties

  • High degree of purity: Our salicylic acid is purified in a multi-stage process and meets the highest German quality standards.
  • Low organic and inorganic by-product components: Our salicylic acid contains only minimal organic impurities. This enables optimal industrial processing in demanding applications.
  • The nature of salicylic acid guarantees a long shelf life

Medicine

Salicylic acid is often used in dermatological products for the treatment of acne, psoriasis and warts. It is also a precursor for acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) with pharmaceutical applications.

Food industry

Salicylic acid is also used as a preservative in the food industry as it has antimicrobial properties.

chemical industry

In chemistry, salicylic acid is used as a starting material for the synthesis of other chemical compounds.