CAS 578-36-9

Potassium salicylate

Description:

Potassium salicylate is an organic compound with the chemical formula C7H5KO3. It is the potassium salt of salicylic acid and is characterized by its white crystalline appearance. This compound is soluble in water, which enhances its utility in various applications. Potassium salicylate exhibits anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, making it useful in pharmaceutical formulations, particularly in topical treatments for pain relief. It is also employed in the food industry as a preservative and flavoring agent due to its mild taste and ability to inhibit microbial growth. Additionally, potassium salicylate can act as a buffering agent in biochemical applications, helping to maintain pH stability in solutions. Safety data indicates that while it is generally considered safe for use, it should be handled with care to avoid potential irritation. Overall, potassium salicylate is a versatile compound with applications spanning pharmaceuticals, food science, and biochemistry.

Formula: C₇H₅KO₃

InChI: InChI=1/C7H6O3.K/c8-6-4-2-1-3-5(6)7(9)10;/h1-4,8H,(H,9,10);/q;+1/p-1

InChI key: InChIKey=BTVIOHVPJXIYNL-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(O)(=O)C1=C(O)C=CC=C1.[K]

Synonyms:

• 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid potassium salt
• Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, monopotassium salt
• Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, potassium salt (1:1)
• Monopotassium salicylate
• Potassium 2-Hydroxybenzoate
• Salicylic acid potassium salt
• Salicylic acid, monopotassium salt
• Unii-K91Yt16P5M
• o-Hydroxybenzoic acid monopotassium salt
• Potassium salicylate
• 2-hydroxy-benzoicacimonopotassiumsalt
• Salicylic acid 1-potassium salt
• POTASSIUMSALICYLATE,22%,POWDER
• SALICYCLICACIDPOTASSIUMSALT

Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, monopotassium salt

CAS: 578-36-9

Formula: C₇H₅KO₃

Purity: 96%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 176.2111

Ref: IN-DA00IAAG

Potassiumsalicylate

CAS: 578-36-9

Potassiumsalicylate

Purity: 95%

Molecular weight: 176.21g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1024931

Potassium salicylate

CAS: 578-36-9

Potassium salicylate is an organic compound that is used as an antimicrobial agent. It has a hydroxyl group and a double bond between the carbonyl carbon and one of the hydroxyl groups. Potassium salicylate has been shown to have broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against a variety of bacteria, including gram-positive bacteria (e.g., Staphylococcus aureus). This compound also has light-emitting properties, which may be due to its intramolecular hydrogen transfer from the hydroxyl group to the ester hydrochloride. The reaction solution turns orange in color when potassium salicylate is added to it. Potassium salicylate can react with calcium pantothenate in an ester linkage, producing p-hydroxybenzoic acid and acetoacetic acid.

Formula: C₇H₆O₃•K

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 177.22 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FP32597

Salicylic acid (potassium)

CAS: 578-36-9

Purity: 96%

Molecular weight: 175.99

Ref: 10-F551623