USP Salicylic Acid Powder, >99%
Product Description
This high-purity USP-grade salicylic acid provides a reliable beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) for cosmetic formulations, pharmaceutical preparations, topical dermatological products, and general laboratory workflows. Manufactured in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), this material exhibits exceptional assay consistency, low impurity levels, and a fine white powder morphology ideal for creams, gels, cleansers, exfoliants, and compounding applications.
With strong keratolytic activity and high chemical stability, USP salicylic acid is widely used in acne treatments, exfoliating formulations, medicated skincare, analgesic research, and regulated pharmaceutical products requiring high purity.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Salicylic Acid |
| Synonyms | o-Hydroxybenzoic acid, 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid |
| CAS Number | 69-72-7 |
| EC Number | 200-712-3 |
| Purity (Assay, USP Dry Basis) | ≥99.2% – 102% |
| Form | Powder |
| Appearance | Fine white powder |
| Molecular Formula | C₇H₆O₃ |
| Structural Formula | 2-(HO)C₆H₄CO₂H |
| Molar Mass | 138.12 g/mol |
| Melting Point | 158.8 °C |
| Loss on Drying | <0.1% |
| Sulfates | <0.0130% |
| Heavy Metals | <0.0010% |
| Chlorides | <0.0100% |
| Total Impurities | <0.10% |
| Infrared Spectrum | Conforms to structure |
| Storage Conditions | Store tightly sealed, cool, and dry |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water; soluble in alcohol and oils |
Applications
• Cosmetic formulations: exfoliating agents, BHA serums, peels, cleansers
• Pharmaceutical compounding: keratolytics, topical preparations, medicated creams
• Dermatology: acne therapeutics, skin-renewal research
• Analytical workflows requiring high-purity beta-hydroxy acids
• R&D and QC environments needing USP-compliant materials
Quality & Compliance
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Manufactured under GMP
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Fully compliant with USP monograph requirements
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Low impurity profile suitable for pharmaceutical and cosmetic use
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Verified by HPLC and infrared structural conformity
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COA provided upon request
Packaging & Availability
Supplied in sealed pharmaceutical-grade HDPE containers to ensure stability and purity. Standard pack sizes include:
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1 kg
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Custom quantities available upon request
Safety Information
GHS Classification:
Skin Irrit. 2
Eye Irrit. 2
Acute Tox. 4 (oral)
Hazard Statements:
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Causes skin and eye irritation
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Harmful if swallowed
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Dust may cause respiratory irritation
Use gloves, goggles, and appropriate dust control when handling powders.
Ordering Information
| Catalog No. | Product Description | Pack Size |
|---|---|---|
| SA-USP-1K | Salicylic Acid, USP/Pharmaceutical Grade, >99% Purity | 1 kg |
| SA-USP-CUST | Salicylic Acid, USP/Pharmaceutical Grade, >99% Purity | Custom |