The Salicylic Acid, weighing 2.5 kg, is an aromatic building block within the category of Organic & Bioorganic Chemicals. It falls under the broader groupings of Carboxylic acids, substituted and Phenols, substituted. This compound, identified by the CAS Number 69-72-7, has a Molecular Weight of 138.12 g/mol. In the workplace, it requires caution as it is classified as a corrosive material, necessitating the use of safety goggles and gloves. The Salicylic Acid's preferred name is "Salicylic Acid," with IUPAC name "2-hydroxybenzoic acid." Its molecular formula is C7H6O3, and it has a Boiling Point of 211 degrees Celsius.

• CAS Number: 69-72-7
• Molecular Formula: C7H6O3
• Molecular Weight: 138.12
• Exact Mass: 138.031694049
• Boiling Point: 211
• Melting Point: 315 °F (USCG, 1999)
• Density: 4.8 (Air= 1)
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements:
• H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
• H318: Causes serious eye damage [Danger Serious eye damage/eye irritation]