Methanol
Methanol (CH4O), also known as methyl alcohol, is a colorless, volatile, flammable, and poisonous liquid. It is a fundamental building block in the chemical industry and a versatile energy source.
Product Specifications:
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Origin | China |
| Province | Sichuan |
| Type | Syntheses Material Intermediates |
| Alias | Methyl Alcohol |
| Molecular Formula | CH4O |
| CAS Number | 67-56-1 |
| EINECS Number | 200-659-6 |
| Purity | 99.9% |
| Brand | KESHI |
| Model/Grade | Methanol |
| Appearance | Colorless liquid |
Packing:
Typically available in 200L/HDPE drums, ISO tanks, or in bulk vessels.
Applications:
Methanol is a highly versatile chemical compound with extensive applications across various industries:
- Chemical Raw Materials: Widely used as a feedstock in the production of formaldehyde, acetic acid, MTBE (methyl tert-butyl ether), DME (dimethyl ether), and a wide range of other chemicals and derivatives.
- Fuels and Energy: Utilized as a clean-burning fuel, it can be directly blended with gasoline (e.g., M85, M100 fuels) or used as a feedstock for producing hydrogen. It plays a significant role in the “Methanol Economy” concept.
- Solvent: Serves as a common solvent in laboratories and industrial processes for dissolving various organic and inorganic compounds, and in the production of paints, varnishes, and resins.
- Antifreeze: Used in antifreeze solutions for vehicles and industrial systems due to its low freezing point.
- Wastewater Treatment: Can be used as a carbon source for denitrification in wastewater treatment plants.
Hazard Identification:
Methanol is classified as a highly flammable and toxic chemical. The main hazards associated with its use include:
- GHS Hazard Pictograms:
- Signal Word: Danger
- Hazard Statements:
- H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
- H301: Toxic if swallowed.
- H311: Toxic in contact with skin.
- H331: Toxic if inhaled.
- H370: Causes damage to organs (e.g., central nervous system, eyes) through single exposure.
Precautionary Statements:
To handle methanol safely, the following precautions are recommended:
- Prevention:
- P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
- P240: Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.
- P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
- P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- Response:
- P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
- P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
- P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P308+P311: IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
- P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
- Storage:
- P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- P405: Store locked up.
- Disposal:
- P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
REACH CERTIFICATE
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Substance Name | Methanol |
| EC/List Number | 200-659-6 |
| CAS Number | 67-56-1 |
| Registration Number | 01-2119433356-49-0000 |
| Registration Date | 21 August 2018 |
| Tonnage Band | >1000 tonnes/year |
| Registration Type | Full Registration |
| EC/List Name | Methanol |
| Current Only Representative | Various ORs / Joint Submission |
| Company UUID | (Not publicly available for joint submissions) |
