Wintergreen Oil

Wintergreen Oil (Gaultheria procumbens)

Common Name: Wintergreen Essential Oil | 100% Natural

CAS: 68917-75-9 FEMA: 3115 HS Code: 330129 Methyl Salicylate 98-100%

Extraction: Steam Distillation after enzymatic hydrolysis of leaves.

Organoleptic Specification

Appearance	Clear, colourless to pale yellow liquid
Odour	Strong, sweet, minty, characteristic
Taste	Sweet, minty
Solubility	Soluble in alcohol; insoluble in water

Key Chemical Composition

Methyl Salicylate: 98 – 100%

*Natural variation may occur depending on origin and processing.

[Image of the molecular structure of methyl salicylate]

Physico-Chemical Data

Specific Gravity @ 25°C	1.170 – 1.190
Refractive Index @ 20°C	1.535 – 1.540
Optical Rotation	−1° to +1°
Flash Point	> 85°C
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Residue on Evaporation	≤ 5.0%

Sample Certificate of Analysis (COA)

Product: Wintergreen Oil

Botanical Name: Gaultheria procumbens

Batch No: BTO/WGO/24-25

Expiry: 36 Months from Mfg. Date

Test Parameter	Specification	Typical Result
Appearance	Clear colourless liquid	Conforms
Odour	Sweet minty	Conforms
Specific Gravity @ 25°C	1.170 – 1.190	1.182
Refractive Index @ 20°C	1.535 – 1.540	1.537
Optical Rotation	−1° to +1°	+0.2°
Methyl Salicylate Content	98 – 100%	99.2%
Acid Value	≤ 2.0	0.6
Solubility in Alcohol	Clear	Conforms
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm	Conforms
Microbial Count	Nil	Conforms

Conclusion: The tested batch conforms to internal quality standards and is suitable for food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic applications.