Ethyl salicylate is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a sweet, floral aroma. It is an ester formed from salicylic acid and ethanol. Pure ethyl salicylate is usually clear and has a low viscosity.
Ethyl salicylate is often used in perfumes and flavorings for its pleasant aroma.
Ethyl salicylate is an important class of ester compounds widely used in organic synthesis, synthetic fragrances, and industrial solvents.