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Methanol 99.9% ACS Grade
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Methanol 99.9% ACS Grade

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Methanol 99.9% ACS Grade 

BVV™ High ACS Reagent Grade Methanol is the highest grade. ACS Reagent stands out for its exceptional purity and meets the strictest standards used by the American Chemical Society (ACS).   This is an excellent solvent for uses in laboratory and analytical applications.   Methanol ACS Reagent Grade meets rigorous ACS specifications, ensuring reliability and reproducibility in analytical and research applications.

Methanol is a high purity solvent used to manufacture botanical solutions and is easily evaporated.  Methanol is used in research and testing laboratories for phytochemical study, phytochemical analysis and chemical synthesis. Methanol is used to prepare methanol/water/acetic acid mixtures, and is completely soluble in water. 

    Chemical Formula: CH3OH
    Molecular Weight: 32.042 g·mol−1
    CAS Registry Number: 67-56-1
    Appearance Colorless Liquid
    Odor: Faint and similar to ethanol
    Density

    0.792 g/cm3
    Boiling Point: 64.7 °C /148.5 °F
    Solubility in water: Completely Soluble
    GHS Pictograms:
    GHS Signal Word: Danger
    GHS Hazard Statements: H225, H301, H302, H305, H311, H331, H370
    GHS Precautionary Statements P210, P233, P235, P240, P241, P242, P243, P260, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301+P330+P331, P302+P352, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P307+P311, P310, P311, P312, P337+P313, P361, P363, P370+P378, P403+P233, P405, P501
    UN Identification Number: 1230
    Proper Shipping Name: Methanol
    Transport Hazard Class: 3
    Packing Group: II
    DOT Placard:


    What Is Methanol?

    Methanol, also known as methyl alcohol or wood alcohol, is a type of alcohol with the chemical formula CH3OH. It is the simplest alcohol, consisting of a methyl group (CH3) linked to a hydroxyl group (OH). Methanol is a colorless, flammable liquid with a slightly sweet odor. It is commonly used as an industrial solvent, antifreeze, fuel, and as a feedstock in the production of chemicals, plastics, and synthetic materials.

    Methanol can be synthesized from various sources, including natural gas, carbon monoxide, and biomass. It is considered a hazardous substance due to its toxicity when ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin. Methanol is also used as an industrial and laboratory solvent and as a fuel in some types of racing cars and model engines.

    One important thing to note is that methanol is highly toxic when consumed, and even small amounts can be lethal. It should never be ingested, and safety precautions should be taken when handling this substance.

    What Is Methanol Used For?

    Methanol is used for a wide range of industrial, commercial, and laboratory applications. Some of its common uses include:

    1. Fuel: Methanol is used as an alternative fuel in some types of vehicles, particularly racing cars and model engines. It is also used in the production of biodiesel and as a fuel additive.

    2. Solvent: Methanol is a versatile solvent that can dissolve a variety of substances, making it useful in industries such as paint, varnish, and ink production. It is also used as a cleaning agent in laboratories and industrial settings.

    3. Antifreeze: Methanol is an essential component of some antifreeze formulations, where it helps prevent the freezing of engine coolant in cold temperatures.

    4. Chemical Intermediate: Methanol serves as a key building block in the production of various chemicals and materials, including formaldehyde, acetic acid, methyl methacrylate (used in plastics and coatings), and more.

    5. Fuel Cell Feedstock: Methanol can be used as a feedstock for the production of hydrogen, which can be used in fuel cells for electricity generation and other applications.

    6. Preservative: In the pharmaceutical and personal care industries, methanol is used as a preservative in some products.

    7. Denaturant: Methanol is added to industrial ethanol to make it unfit for consumption (denatured). This ensures that the ethanol cannot be used for drinking purposes and is used for industrial applications.

    8. Laboratory Reagent: Methanol is commonly used in laboratories as a reagent and solvent for various chemical experiments and analyses.

    9. Extraction: It is used in some extraction processes, such as the extraction of essential oils from plants.

    10. Energy Storage: Methanol is being explored as a potential energy carrier for energy storage and transportation, particularly in the form of methanol fuel cells.

    It’s important to note that methanol is toxic to humans and should be handled with care. Ingesting or inhaling methanol vapors can be extremely dangerous and potentially fatal. Proper safety precautions and handling procedures are necessary when working with methanol.

    What Is The Structure of Methanol?

    Methanol, also known as methyl alcohol, has a simple chemical structure. Its molecular formula is CH3OH, which represents one carbon (C) atom, four hydrogen (H) atoms, and one oxygen (O) atom bonded together. Here’s the structural formula of methanol:

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