Wintergreen Gum #1

Wintergreen Gum

#1- A substance containing the ester, methyl salicylate
-It is a naturally produced chemical in evergreen plants that they extract and use in various products. It is a wintergreen oil that they put in some gums. Although, it is toxic in its pure formed, it adds a minty taste when used in gum.
-Cite: http://www.anandaapothecary.com/aromatherapy-essential-oils/wintergreen-essential-oil.html