How is oil of wintergreen synthesized?
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We will synthesize aspirin by mixing salicylic acid with acetic anhydride. The second ester product is oil of wintergreen, or methyl salicylate, which we prepare by allowing salicylic acid to react with methanol.
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We will synthesize aspirin by mixing salicylic acid with acetic anhydride. The second ester product is oil of wintergreen, or methyl salicylate, which we prepare by allowing salicylic acid to react with methanol. This compound, which has a familiar odor is used as a flavoring agent and in rubbing ointments.
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