[1] The effect of ammonia solution on salicylic acid in an inert atmosphere: Ammonium salicylate forms colorless crystals that are highly soluble in water and ethanol.

The compound is commonly used in several industries, such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and agriculture.

[4][5] As a drug, it is used in cases of topical skin diseases, relief of various muscle pains and as a component of several medications.

Under exposure to light it discolors with the release of ammonia.

It easily discolors iron compounds, and it forms a slightly acidic solution in water.