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Metafrax Trading International SA Technical Methanol

Metafrax Trading International SA Technical Methanol is a colorless, flammable poisonous liquid.

Chemical Name: Methanol

CAS Number: 67-56-1

Labeling Claims: Impurities-free

Synonyms: Carbinol, CH3OH, Hydroxymethane, MeOH, Methyl Alcohol, Methyl Hydroxide, Methylol, Monohydroxymethane, Wood Alcohol, Wood Spirit

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Chemical Name
Base Chemicals Functions
Chemical Formula
CH3OH
CAS No.
67-56-1
EC No.
200-659-6

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Applications & Uses

Applicable Processes
Production

The production process is based on the synthesis of methanol from carbon oxides and hydrogen on a copper–containing catalyst. The feedstock for methanol production is natural gas and steam.

Applications
  • Formaldehyde (formalin, urea formaldehyde concentrate)
  • Gas industry (reagent for hydrate formation control)
  • Methyltretbutyl ether
  • Isoprene
  • Acetic acid
  • Dimethyl ether
  • Gasoline, fuel

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Colorless transparent fluid without insoluble impurities
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Mass Fraction (of aldehydes and ketones in terms of acetone)max. 0,003%
Mass Fraction (of ethanol)max. 0,01%
Mass Fraction (of methanol)min. 99,95%
Mass Fraction (of water)max. 0,05%
Tests with Potassium Permanganatemin. 60

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Transportation

Road tank cars, rail tank cars