Isoamyl Salicylate
Aroma Chemical Heart Note CAS 87-20-7
A soft floral note with a herbal woody character and a soft orchid facet. Natural and green, it adds a metallic floral lift to compositions.
Odor profile
| Note | Heart Note |
| Descriptor 1 | Floral |
| Descriptor 2 | Balsamic |
| Descriptor 3 | Green |
| Impact Level | Medium |
| Tenacity2 | 124 h |
2 Source: The Good Scents Company
Identification
| CAS Number | 87-20-7 |
| INCI Name | Isoamyl salicylate |
| Category | Aroma Chemical |
| Formula | C12H16O3 |
| Mol. Weight | 208.25 |
| IUPAC Name | 3-methylbutyl 2-hydroxybenzoate |
| InChIKey | PMGCQNGBLMMXEW-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Synonyms
iso amyl o-hydroxybenzoate, iso amyl ortho-hydroxybenzoate, iso-amyl salicylate, nat.iso amyl salicylate, oxo-amyl salicylate, iso amyl salicylate 1-peak, iso amyl salicylate extra, iso amyl salicylate natural, iso amyl salicylate, natural, benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 3-methylbutyl ester, 2-hydroxybenzoic acid 3-methyl butyl ester, 2-hydroxybenzoic acid 3-methylbutyl ester, 2-hydroxybenzoic acid, 3-methylbutyl ester, 3-methyl butyl 2-hydroxybenzoate, 3-methyl butyl o-hydroxybenzoate, 3-methyl butyl ortho-hydroxybenzoate, 3-methyl butyl salicylate, 3-methylbutyl 2-hydroxybenzoate, 3-methylbutyl o-hydroxybenzoate, 3-methylbutyl salicylate, iso pentyl 2-hydroxybenzoate, iso pentyl o-hydroxybenzoate, iso pentyl ortho-hydroxybenzoate, iso pentyl salicylate, iso pentyl-2-hydroxyphenyl methanoate, iso pentyl-2-hydroxyphenylmethanoate, rhodiaflor SiA, salicylic acid isopentyl ester, salicylic acid, isopentyl ester
Physical and chemical data
| Boiling Point | 277.00 °C |
| Flash Point | 99 °C |
| Density | 1.04900 |
| Refractive Index | 1.50700 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.003000 mmHg @ 25.00 C. (est) |
| LogP | 4.370 |
| Solubility | alcohol; fixed oils; kerosene |
| Appearance | colorless clear oily liquid |
Regulatory status
IFRA maximum concentrations
| Category | Use | Limit in the finished product |
|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | Lip products, toys | 0.012 % |
| Category 2 | Deodorants, antiperspirants | 0.036 % |
| Category 3 | Eye products | 0.012 % |
| Category 4 | Fine fragrance | 0.097 % |
| Category 5A | Body lotion | 0.054 % |
| Category 5B | Face cream | 0.0061 % |
| Category 5C | Hand cream | 0.012 % |
| Category 5D | Baby creams, oils | 0.0020 % |
| Category 6 | Oral care, mouthwash | 0.13 % |
| Category 7A | Rinse-off hair products | 0.0061 % |
| Category 7B | Leave-on hair products | 0.0061 % |
| Category 8 | Intimate and baby wipes | 0.0020 % |
| Category 9 | Soap, shampoo, rinse-off | 0.030 % |
| Category 10A | Household care, hand contact | 0.012 % |
| Category 10B | Aerosol air fresheners | 0.054 % |
| Category 11A | Intended skin contact | 0.0020 % |
| Category 11B | Minimal skin contact | 0.0020 % |
| Category 12 | No skin contact, candles | 1.4 % |
| IFRA Amendment | 52 |
| Restriction Type | Restriction |
| Critical Effect | Dermal Sensitization And Systemic Toxicity |
EU allergen declaration
| Substance | Share |
|---|---|
| Isoamyl salicylate | 100 % |
Substances that must be named in the ingredient list under Annex III of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009, as amended by Regulation (EU) 2023/1545. Where a range was given, the upper bound is shown.
All figures on this page are guide values collected from public reference works and supplier declarations. They differ between batches, origins and qualities. The data sheet of your own supplier is always the authoritative document for the material you actually use.