Salicylic Acid (2-Hydroxybenzoic Acid) is a white acicular crystal or crystalline powder, odorless or with a slight phenolic odor. It is weakly acidic and liposoluble. Stable in air, but liable to discolor gradually upon exposure to light. As a key intermediate in organic synthesis, pharmaceutical and chemical industries, it is widely used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, preservatives and fine chemical fields.

1. Pharmaceutical Industry:Synthesis of antipyretic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory and anti-rheumatic drugs such as aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid), sodium salicylate, bismuth salicylate, etc.

2. Cosmetics & Skin Care Products:Used as a liposoluble exfoliant, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory agent for acne treatment, oil control, blackhead dissolution and pore congestion improvement.

3. Industry & Chemical Engineering:Used as dye intermediate, food preservative, rubber antioxidant, and chemical analytical reagent (for metal ion detection).

4. Agriculture:Plant growth regulator with effects of inducing disease resistance and promoting flowering.