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Methyl salicylate is used as a flavoring agent in food, toothpaste, and cosmetics, and also in the manufacture of analgesics, insecticides, polishing agents, and inks. | [Definition]
ChEBI: Methyl salicylate is a benzoate ester that is the methyl ester of salicylic acid. It has a role as a flavouring agent, a metabolite and an insect attractant. It is a benzoate ester, a member of salicylates and a methyl ester. It is functionally related to a salicylic acid. |
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