Basic information
- Name:
Benzoic acid,2-hydroxy-, hexyl ester
- Superlist Name:
- Hexyl salicylate
- CAS No.:
6259-76-3
- Molecular Structure:

- Formula:
- C13H18O3
- Molecular Weight:
- 222.28
- Synonyms:
- Salicylicacid, hexyl ester (6CI,7CI,8CI);1-Hexyl salicylate;n-Hexylsalicylate;
- EINECS:
- 228-408-6
- Density:
- 1.067 g/cm3
- Boiling Point:
- 304.3 °C at 760 mmHg
- Flash Point:
- 119.3 °C
- Hazard Symbols:
Xi- Risk Codes:
- 36/37/38
- Safety Description:
- 26-36 Details
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Chemistry
MF: C13H18O3
MW: 222.28g/mol
Flash Point: 119.3 °C
EINECS: 228-408-6
Refractive index n20/D 1.505(lit.)
Enthalpy of Vaporization: 56.64 kJ/mol
Density : 1.04 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point: 304.3 °C at 760 mmHg
Vapour Pressure: 0.000491 mmHg at 25°C
IUPAC Name: hexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate
Product Name: Hexyl salicylate
Synonyms: HEXYL 2-hydroxybenzoate;Hexyl Salicylate;Hexyl Salicylate, N-;Salicylic Acid N-Hexyl Ester;O-hydroxybenzoaic Acid N-Hexyl ester;N-Hexyl-2-hydroxybenzoate;N-Hexyl ortho hydroxybenzoate;N-Hexyl Salicylate
Following is the molecular structure of Hexyl salicylate (6259-76-3):
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Toxicity Data With Reference
The toxicity of Hexyl salicylate (6259-76-3):
| Organism | Test Type | Route | Reported Dose (Normalized Dose) | Effect | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rabbit | LD50 | skin | > 5gm/kg (5000mg/kg) | Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 13, Pg. 807, 1975. | |
| rat | LD50 | oral | > 5gm/kg (5000mg/kg) | Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 13, Pg. 807, 1975. |
Safety Profile
Safety Information of Hexyl salicylate (6259-76-3):
Hazard Codes :Xi (Irritant )![]()
Risk Statements : 36/37/38 ( Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin )
Safety Statements :26-36 (In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice;Wear suitable protective clothing )
WGK Germany :2
RTECS : DH2207000

