METHYL SALICYLATE

Diamond	Hazard	Value	Description
1 2 0	Health	2	Can cause temporary incapacitation or residual injury.
	Flammability	1	Must be preheated before ignition can occur.
	Instability	0	Normally stable, even under fire conditions.
	Special

Colorless yellowish or reddish liquid with odor of wintergreen. (USCG, 1999)

none

Insoluble in water.

This chemical is combustible. (NTP, 1992)

Harmful if swallowed, inhaled, absorbed through skin. Vapor mist is irritating to the eyes, mucous membranes, upper respiratory tract and skin. Ingestion of relatively small amount causes severe poisoning and death. Causes nausea, vomiting, acidosis, pulmonary edema, pneumonia, convulsions and death. (USCG, 1999)

METHYL SALICYLATE is an ester. Esters react with acids to liberate heat along with alcohols and acids. Strong oxidizing acids may cause a vigorous reaction that is sufficiently exothermic to ignite the reaction products. Heat is also generated by the interaction of esters with caustic solutions. Flammable hydrogen is generated by mixing esters with alkali metals and hydrides. This chemical is incompatible with oxidizers. It is also incompatible with strong bases. It may react with iron salts. (NTP, 1992)

• Esters, Sulfate Esters, Phosphate Esters, Thiophosphate Esters, and Borate Esters
• Phenols and Cresols

No information available.

No information available.

Fire Extinguishing Agents Not to Be Used: Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

Fire Extinguishing Agents: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, alcohol foam. (USCG, 1999)

SMALL SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: If you spill this chemical, FIRST REMOVE ALL SOURCES OF IGNITION. Then, use absorbent paper to pick up all liquid spill material. Your contaminated clothing and absorbent paper should be sealed in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Solvent wash all contaminated surfaces with 60-70% ethanol followed by washing with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: You should store this material under ambient temperatures. (NTP, 1992)

Self contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy rubber gloves. (USCG, 1999)

Normalized Breakthrough Times (in Minutes)

Chemical	CAS Number	State	QS	QC	SL	C3	TF	TP	RC	TK	RF
Methyl salicylate	119-36-8	Liquid		<15	>480				>480

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EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.

INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing.

INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. (NTP, 1992)

• ANALGIT
• ANTHRAPOLE ND
• BENZOIC ACID, 2-HYDROXY-, METHYL ESTER
• BENZOIC ACID, 2-METHOXY-
• BETULA
• BETULA OIL
• BETULA OR GAULTHERIA OIL
• 2-CARBOMETHOXYPHENOL
• EXAGIEN
• FLUCARMIT
• GAULTHERIA OIL
• GAULTHERIA OIL, ARTIFICIAL
• 2-HYDROXYBENZOIC ACID METHYL ESTER
• 2-(METHOXYCARBONYL)PHENOL
• METHYL 2-HYDROXYBENZOATE
• METHYL O-HYDROXYBENZOATE
• METHYL SALICYLATE
• NATURAL WINTERGREEN OIL
• O-ANISIC ACID
• O-HYDROXYBENZOIC ACID METHYL ESTER
• O-METHOXYBENZOIC ACID
• OIL OF WINTERGREEN
• SALICYLIC ACID, METHYL ESTER
• SWEET BIRCH OIL
• SYNTHETIC WINTERGREEN OIL
• TEABERRY OIL
• TEABERRY OR WINTERGREEN OIL
• WINTERGREEN OIL
• WINTERGREEN OIL, SYNTHETIC