Chemical Formula: C₈H₈O₃
Physical Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow oily liquid with a strong, characteristic wintergreen odor. Slightly soluble in water but miscible with alcohol, ether, and chloroform.
Applications: Used in topical pain relief formulations (liniments, balms, ointments), flavoring and fragrance industries, and as an intermediate in agrochemical and cosmetic formulations.