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What is Salicylic Acid? A Beginner's Guide to Its Uses and Benefits
Time : 2026-02-28
What is Salicylic Acid? A Beginner's Guide to Its Uses and Benefits

What Is Salicylic Acid? A Comprehensive Guide to Industrial and Pharmaceutical Applications

Salicylic acid (C7H6O3) is a beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) renowned for its keratolytic and anti-inflammatory properties. As a factory-direct supplier with ISO-certified production facilities, Shandong JunTeng Chemical delivers pharmaceutical-grade salicylic acid at 40-60% lower costs compared to distributor channels, while maintaining 99.5%+ purity through vertical integration.

Key Industrial Uses of Salicylic Acid

Pharmaceutical Applications

  • Acne treatments: Penetrates sebum to exfoliate pores at 0.5-2% concentrations
  • Wart removers: 17-40% formulations for keratolytic action
  • Preservative: Extends drug shelf life as antimicrobial agent
GradePurityPrice (Factory Direct)Price (Distributor)Savings
Pharmaceutical≥99.5%$8.50/kg$14.20/kg40%
Industrial≥99.0%$6.80/kg$11.50/kg41%

Technical Advantages of Factory-Direct Salicylic Acid

Our production process eliminates 3-5 intermediate steps typical in conventional supply chains, resulting in:

ParameterStandard GradeJunTeng EnhancedImprovement
Crystallization Time72-96 hours48 hours33-50% faster
Moisture Content≤0.1%≤0.05%50% reduction
Shelf Life24 months36 months50% extension

Comparative Analysis: Salicylic Acid vs. Alternative Compounds

For rubber and adhesive applications requiring precise solvent properties, n-Heptane offers complementary characteristics with its 99% purity and -4°C flash point. However, salicylic acid remains unparalleled for pH-dependent reactions.

FeatureSalicylic AcidGlycolic AcidBenzoic Acid
pH Range2.4-3.41.5-2.52.8-3.5
Lipid SolubilityHighLowMedium
Industrial ROI1:4.71:3.21:3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What's the minimum order quantity for pharmaceutical-grade salicylic acid?
   A: Our MOQ starts at 500kg for bulk orders, with 25kg sample packages available for quality verification.

Q: How does factory-direct pricing compare with distributors?
   A: Buyers save 40-60% by eliminating 3-5 middlemen layers, with additional 5-8% discounts for annual contracts over 20 tons.

Q: What certifications do you hold for industrial applications?
   A: All batches comply with ISO 9001, FDA 21 CFR 210, and REACH standards, with COA provided for each shipment.

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