Chemical properites
Formula: CH3OH
Formula weight: 32.04
Melting Point: -98°C
Boiling Point: 64.7° (760mmHg)
Form: Liquid
Density: 0.791
Flash point: 11°C
Refractive Index: 1.329
Sensitivity: Ambient temperatures.
Applications : It is suitable for environmental and GC analysis. It is used as an antifreeze, solvent, fuel, and as a denaturant for ethanol. Used for producing bio-diesel, synthesis of formaldehyde and acetic acid, useful to make chemicals, to remove water from automotive and aviation fuels, as a solvent for paints and plastics, and as an ingredient in a wide variety of products. It plays an important role for the measurement of methyl ester content of pectin. It is useful for the preparation of compact direct methanol fuel cells for portable application.
Note
It is a stable chemical compound. Incompatible with oxidizing agents, metals, acids. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Hazard Statements :
H225-H301-H311-H331-H370 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.Toxic if swallowed.Toxic in contact with skin.Toxic if inhaled.Causes damage to organs.
Precautionary Statements:
P210-P301+P310-P303+P361+P353-P361-P405-P501a Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking.IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.Store locked up.Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
