Highassay’s Pharmaceutical-grade Salicylic Acid
- Highassay is a specialized Chinese supplier of Pharmaceutical-grade Salicylic Acid. Our Salicylic Acid API is a high-purity pharmaceutical raw material that complies with pharmacopoeial standards (such as USP, BP, and CP). Produced through rigorous processes—including multiple stages of refining, impurity removal, and sterilization—it meets the quality requirements for direct use in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Compared to industrial-grade, sublimed, or cosmetic-grade salicylic acid, our pharmaceutical-grade Salicylic Acid powder adheres to the strictest limits regarding impurities, heavy metals, and microbial content, offering superior purity and safety. It is suitable for manufacturing various topical formulations and serves as a pharmaceutical intermediate for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs); it is not intended for general industrial processing or standard cosmetic formulations.
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Specification of Pharmaceutical-grade Salicylic Acid
Test Item | BP98 | USP24/26 |
| Appearance | White Crystalline Powder | White Crystalline Powder |
| Assay | 99.0-100.5% | 99.5-101.0% |
| Melting Point | 158-161℃ | 158-161℃ |
| Loss on Drying | Max 0.5% | Max 0.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | Max 0.1% | Max 0.05% |
| Chloride | Max 100ppm | Max 140ppm |
| Sulphate | Max 200ppm | Max 200ppm |
| Heavy Metals | Max 20ppm | Max 20ppm |
COA, MSDS, and statements of pharmacopoeial compliance are available to support quality control, regulatory filing, and certification for pharmaceutical manufacturers.
Advantages of Pharmaceutical-grade Salicylic Acid
- Compliance with Multiple Pharmacopoeias: Our products meet standards such as USP, BP, and CP. Parameters regarding impurities and residues far surpass those of industrial- or cosmetic-grade salicylic acid, fully satisfying the requirements of pharmaceutical manufacturers.
- High Safety Profile: This pharmaceutical-grade salicylic acid features high purity (≥99%) and low impurity levels (phenol ≤2%). Produced under strict process controls, it offers excellent batch-to-batch consistency and a high level of safety for pharmaceutical use.
- Stable Pharmacological Activity: It exhibits consistent keratolytic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antibacterial, and antifungal properties, ensuring the stability and efficacy of topical dermatological formulations.
- Strong Regulatory Compliance:Documentation such as COA and MSDS is provided with shipments, supporting pharmaceutical manufacturers with quality control, regulatory filing, and certification processes; it serves as a fully compliant raw material for pharmaceutical production.
Application of Pharmaceutical-grade Salicylic Acid
Pharmaceutical-grade salicylic acid is primarily used in the production of pharmaceutical formulations and has diverse applications, such as:
- Raw material for drug synthesis: Used to synthesize medications such as aspirin, sodium salicylate, and salicylamide.
- Production of topical preparations:Used to prepare salicylic acid ointments, topical keratolytic agents, and similar products.
- Dermatological medications:Used in formulations for treating skin conditions such as psoriasis, corns, and warts.
- Disinfectants and antiseptics: Used as a raw material for disinfectant and antiseptic drugs.
Packaging and Storage
- Standard packaging: 25 kg/drum (PE inner bag, cardboard outer drum).
- Customized packaging: Packaging specifications can be tailored to your requirements to facilitate production.
- Storage: Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area.
For information on grade selection, pricing, stock availability ,and sales information for Salicylic Acid, please refer to the Salicylic Acid product page;
You may also compare other grades of Salicylic Acid raw materials: Industrial-grade Salicylic Acid, Sublimed Salicylic Acid and Cosmetic-grade Salicylic Acid.
1%–10%: Primarily used in dermatological ointments for their keratolytic (exfoliating) effect; they aid in treating conditions such as psoriasis and hyperkeratosis (thickened skin). 12%–40%: Classified as OTC (over-the-counter) medications; commonly found in wart removal patches and corn removal pads.
High-concentration salicylic acid (e.g., above 12%) should not be used on the face. The FDA explicitly warns against using such products on the face or mucous membranes. While low-concentration salicylic acid (≤2%) is used in facial skincare products to treat acne, high-concentration products are intended only for localized use on the body.
Yes. Salicylic acid wart patches are OTC medications used for common warts (on the hands) and plantar warts (on the soles of the feet). Mechanism of action: Salicylic acid acts as a keratolytic agent; it softens and dissolves the thickened stratum corneum, causing the HPV-infected skin to slough off layer by layer, rather than directly killing the virus. The FDA recommends a maximum treatment course of 12 weeks, and consistent use is required.
The core difference lies in quality control standards and impurity limits. Pharmaceutical-grade products adhere to pharmacopoeia standards with strict impurity controls, making them suitable for use in medicines; cosmetic-grade products follow looser standards, making them suitable only for skincare products and not for medicinal use. Their chemical efficacy is identical.
