It can be used as modifier for some flower fragrance types, such as Yilan, Yulan, acacia, Mimosa, wanxiangyu, gardenia, Chimonanthus praecox, Melilotus, etc. It is mainly used in medical products and sanitary products, such as toothpaste, tooth powder, mouthwash, talcum powder, wind driving oil, etc. It can also be used for the flavoring of industrial products such as glue, glue paper, brand stickers, pastes, etc. It can also be used in food flavors, such as strawberries, grapes, walnuts, spearmint, and spicy essence as special green gas.
Methyl salicylate ointment is a kind of common dermatology medicine, which has analgesic, anti-inflammatory and bactericidal effects. Because it can produce local irritation, it is rarely taken orally. The liniment and ointment can be used for acute rheumatoid arthritis, low back pain and muscle pain, as well as for relieving itching. It can also be used as flavoring agent, fragrance agent and preservative.