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What is Methanol?

Methanol CAS 67-56-1(IUPAC), also called methyl alcohol (obsolete wood spirit or wood alcohol), is an organic chemical compound with the empirical formula CH4O (semi-structural formula: CH3OH) and the simplest representative of the group of alcohols. Under normal conditions, methanol is a clear, colorless, flammable and highly volatile liquid with an alcoholic odor. It mixes with many organic solvents and with water in all proportions.

What is Methanol used for?

With an annual production of 60 million tons (as of 2012), methanol is one of the most widely produced organic chemicals. The technical production of methanol is mainly catalytic from carbon monoxide and hydrogen. In the chemical industry, it is mainly used as a starting material in the production of formaldehyde, formic acid and acetic acid.

In addition to their material use, methanol and its by-products are also used as an energy source. Methanol to Gasoline technology converts methanol to fuel. Methanol is also required in the synthesis of biodiesel and the anti-knock agent MTBE. With the help of fuel cells, it can provide electrical energy. In addition, it is under discussion as a low-cost, long-term, high-density storage system for solar and wind energy.

In nature, methanol occurs in cotton plants, fruits and grasses and as a metabolic product of bacteria. When brewing beer, making wine or producing spirits, it is released in small amounts as a by-product, mainly due to the breakdown of pectins. The breakdown products of methanol, especially formaldehyde, are toxic. Therefore, consumption of methanol can lead to blindness and in higher doses can also lead to death.

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It is always wise to work as safely as possible when working with chemicals. Even substances that do not seem dangerous at first can cause enormous damage if they get into your eyes. Therefore, always wear safety goggles. You also want to prevent chemicals from ending up on your skin, which is why it is important to always use good gloves or disposable gloves.

Respiratory protection is necessary for volatile substances, vaporous liquids and solids that dust. There are many different types of filters, so you should always refer to the MSDS to find out which filter you need. Many filters also specify which substances they are for.

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When working with flammable and oxidizing substances, it is important to always have fire extinguishers and absorbents at hand. It is also useful to be able to clean up spills of aggressive chemicals immediately with absorbents and to dispose of them in accordance with international and/or local legislation.

If you need more information on how to handle a specific substance, always consult the safety data sheet. You can find this on the product page or request it via [email protected]

Technical data:

Empirical formula CH3OH
Molar mass (M) 32.04 g / mol
Density 0.79
Boiling point (bp) 64.7 ° C
Flash point (flp) 11 ° C • Melting point (mp) -98 ° C
ADR 3 (6.1) II • WGK 2
CAS No. [67-56-1]
EC no. 200-659-6 • UN No. 1230

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Hazard statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H301 + H311 + H331 Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin and if inhaled
H370 Causes damage to organs (eye)

Precautions - prevention

P210 Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces. Do not smoke.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P280 Wear protective gloves / eye protection.

Precautions - response

P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Immediately contaminate clothing
pull out. Rinse skin with water [or shower].
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P308 + P311 IF exposure or potential exposure: Call a POISON CENTER / doctor.