Sasol Methanol

Methyl alcohol contains 99.90% of mass purity. It is commonly used as washing & cleaning products, anti-freeze products and fuels. For documents specific to a region, please contact Sasol using the 'Request Document' button.

Chemical Name: Methanol

CAS Number: 67-56-1

Labeling Claims: High Purity

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
CAS No.
67-56-1
EC No.
200-659-6

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Applications & Uses

Markets
Recommended Uses & Known Applications
  • Methanol is used by consumers, in articles, by professional workers (widespread uses), in formulation or re-packing, at industrial sites and in manufacturing. it is also used in washing & cleaning products, anti-freeze products and fuels.
  • This substance is used in the following products: laboratory chemicals, water treatment chemicals, fuels, washing & cleaning products, polymers and pH regulators and water treatment products.

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Alcohol-like
Appearance
Clear and bright
Miscible In
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Colormax. 5Pt-CoASTM D1209/ASTM D5386
Water Contentmax. 0.10mass %ASTM D1364
Methanol Contentmin. 99.90mass %GC
Acidity (as Formic Acid)max. 30mg/kgASTM D1613
Density (at 20°C)0.791g/mlASTM D4052
Distillation (at 101.3 kPa:Initial boiling point)64.4°CASTM D1078
Distillation (at 101.3 kPa:Dry point)66.0°CASTM D1078
Residue On Evaporation10.0mg/100mlASTM D1353

Regulatory & Compliance

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling

Safe handling advice

  • Do not breathe vapors or spray mist. Wear personal protective equipment.

Advice on protection against fire and explosion

  • Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of  ignition.
  • Use explosion-proof equipment.

Requirements for storage areas and containers

  • Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place.