

2-Hydroxyethyl Salicylate with CAS 87-28-5
What is 2-Hydroxyethyl Salicylate?
2-Hydroxyethyl Salicylate, also known as Hydroxyethyl Salicylate or Ethylene Glycol Monosalicylate, is a high-performance UV absorber widely used in the cosmetic and personal care industry. As a professional chemical supplier, Runtai Chemical provides premium quality 2-Hydroxyethyl Salicylate. This versatile UV filter effectively absorbs UVB radiation, making it an essential ingredient in sunscreen formulations, anti-aging products, and various skincare applications. Our 2-Hydroxyethyl Salicylate is manufactured under strict quality control processes to ensure consistent purity and performance.
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Product Advantages
- Excellent UV Protection: Provides superior UVB absorption, safeguarding skin from harmful solar radiation and preventing sun damage.
- High Compatibility: Excellent solubility in various cosmetic bases including oils, emulsions, and alcohol-based formulations, ensuring easy incorporation into diverse product types.
- Skin-Friendly: Non-irritating and gentle on sensitive skin, making it suitable for daily use of skincare products and hypoallergenic formulations.
- Photostable: Maintains stability under UV exposure, ensuring long-lasting protection without degradation when exposed to sunlight.
2-Hydroxyethyl Salicylate Quick details
- Chemical Name: 2-Hydroxyethyl Salicylate
- CAS No.: 87-28-5
- EINECS: 201-737-2
- Molecular Formula: C9H10O4
- Molecular weight: 182.17
- Appearance:Clear liquid
- Purity:98.5%
- Synonyms:SALICYLICACIDETHYLENEGLYCOLESTER;2-hydroxyethyl2-hydroxybenzoate;EthyleneglycolMonosali;1,2-Ethyleneglycolmonosalicylate;2-HydroxybenzoChemicalbookicacid2-hydroxyethylester;2-hydroxy-benzoicaci2-hydroxyethylester;Benzoicacid,2-hydroxy-,2-hydroxyethylester;beta-Hydroxyethylsalicylate;Glycol Salicylate
2-Hydroxyethyl Salicylate Typical Properties
| Item | Specification | Results |
| Appearance | Colorless liquid ,practically insoluble in water and miscible with methanol,with ethanol. | Conforms |
| Identification (1) | A purple color develops | Positive |
| Identification (2) | A purple color develops | Positive |
| Identification (3) | A white precipitate is formed | Positive |
| Identification (4) | Determine the UV absorption spectrum | Conforms |
| Refractive index | 1.540-1.550 | 1.546 |
| Specific gravity | 1.240-1.255 | 1.253 |
| Acid | 0.1M NaOH ≤0.45ml | 0.40ml |
| Heavy metals | ≤10ppm | <10ppm |
| Related substance | The spots other than the principal spot from the sample solution are not more than intense than the spot from the standard solution | Conforms |
| Moisture | ≤0.2% | 0.02% |
| Assay | ≥98.5% | 99.99% |
| Conclusion | The results conforms with JP standards | |
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2-Hydroxyethyl Salicylate Applications
- Sunscreen Products: Primary ingredient in SPF formulations including lotions, creams, sprays, and sticks. Provides UVB protection for face and body sunscreens.
- Daily Skincare: Incorporated into day creams, moisturizers, BB creams, CC creams, and tinted foundations to provide daily UV protection and prevent photoaging.
- Lip Care Products: Essential component in lip balms, lipsticks, and lip glosses to protect delicate lip skin from sun damage and environmental stress.
- Anti-Aging Formulations: Used in age-defying serums, creams, and treatments to prevent UV-induced collagen breakdown and maintain youthful skin appearance.
- Baby & Children Products: Gentle enough for pediatric formulations including baby sunscreens, protective creams, and children’s skincare products.
- After-Sun Care: Added to after-sun lotions and soothing gels to provide ongoing protection and prevent further UV damage during skin recovery.
- Hair Care: Utilized in leave-in conditioners, hair serums, and styling products to protect hair from UV-induced damage and color fading.
- Body Care: Incorporated into body lotions, hand creams, and body butters for comprehensive skin protection during daily activities.
- Makeup Products: Added to primers, foundations, and setting sprays to combine cosmetic benefits with UV protection.
- Pharmaceutical Topicals: Used in medicated creams and ointments where UV protection is required for treatment efficacy and skin protection.
2-Hydroxyethyl Salicylate Package & Storage
- Package:25kg/drum;200kg/drum
- Storage: Store in a cool place and keep it sealed to avoid direct sunlight.
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