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Fragrance

METHYL SALICYLATE

CAS 119-36-8 Updated
45

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Wintergreen oil compound used for fragrance and warming in topical analgesics. Effective but readily absorbed and toxic if swallowed; EU restricts use levels and bans in some children's products.

Function

DENATURANTORAL CARESOOTHINGPERFUMINGFLAVOURING

Skin benefits

  • Wintergreen scent and warming feel
  • Used in oral care and topical analgesics
  • Penetrates skin readily

Known concerns

  • Toxic if swallowed in small amounts
  • Dermal absorption can be significant
  • Restricted in EU children's products
  • Common fragrance allergen

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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