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D-(-)-Salicin, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Salicin is used as an analgesic and antipyretic. It is also used as a substrate for beta-glucosidase and an inhibitor of Cox. It finds application as an anti-inflammatory agent. It is involved in antipyretic action without causing gastric injury.
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Salicin is used as an analgesic and antipyretic. It is also used as a substrate for beta-glucosidase and an inhibitor of Cox. It finds application as an anti-inflammatory agent. It is involved in antipyretic action without causing gastric injury.
Solubility
Soluble in water, alkalies, pyridine, glacial acetic acid and hot ethanol. Insoluble in ether and chloroform.
Notes
Store in cool place. Light and heat sensitive. Air senstive and moisture sensitive. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 200°C to 203°C |
Assay Percent Range | 99% |
Odor | Odorless |
Quantity | 5 g |
Beilstein | 89593 |
Merck Index | 14,8324 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water,alkalies,pyridine,glacial acetic acid and hot ethanol. Insoluble in ether and chloroform. |
Optical Rotation | −62.5° (c=3 in Water) |
Formula Weight | 286.28 |
Percent Purity | 99% |
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Certificates
Certificates
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Lot Number | Certificate Type | Date | Catalog Number |
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A0447471 | Certificate of Analysis | 30/08/2024 | A16524.14,A16524.06,A16524.22 |
A0443269 | Certificate of Analysis | 07/11/2022 | A16524.14,A16524.06,A16524.22 |
10215753 | Certificate of Analysis | 08/08/2022 | A16524.14,A16524.06,A16524.22 |
U11B015 | Certificate of Analysis | 23/11/2021 | A16524.14,A16524.06,A16524.22 |
10194411 | Certificate of Analysis | 23/11/2021 | A16524.14,A16524.06,A16524.22 |
Safety and Handling

- D-(-)-Salicin
- Warning
- Skin sensitiser Category 1
- H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : D-(-)-Salicin
RUO – Research Use Only
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