Molekula
Methanol ≥99.9%
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Methanol ≥99.9% is a clear, colorless, and highly flammable alcohol used as a solvent, fuel additive, and intermediate in chemical synthesis, including formaldehyde production. It’s also employed in pharmaceuticals, antifreeze, and as a denaturant for ethanol. This product has a CAS number of 67-56-1, molecular formula CH₃OH, and molecular weight of 32.04 g/mol. Store at ambient conditions with proper ventilation. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Methanol ≥99.9% from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 L — £33.00 per pack ex VAT · £39.60 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless liquid |
| Colour (Pt-Co) | ≤5 |
| Water | ≤0.1% |
| Purity | ≥99.85% |
| Density (20°C) | 0.791-0.793 |
| Potassium permanganate, time test at 15°C minutes | ≥60 |
| Acidity as Acetic acid (mg/kg) | ≤30 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 10 °C |
| Transport Class | 3 (6.1) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless liquid |
| Odour | Characteristic pungent odor |
| Melting Point | -98 °C |
| Boiling Point | 65 °C |
| Density | 0.79 (relative, water = 1) |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in acetone, chloroform |
| Vapour Pressure | 12.9 kPa at 20 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.3292 |
| pKa | pKa = 15.3 |
| log P (octanol/water) | -0.77 |
Source: PubChem CID 887 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90037753 |
| CAS Number | 67-56-1 |
| IUPAC Name | methanol |
| EC Number | 200-659-6 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3OH |
| Molecular Weight | 32.04 |
| Exact Mass | 32.0262 |
| SMILES | CO |
| InChIKey | OKKJLVBELUTLKV-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/CH4O/c1-2/h2H,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 887 |
| UN Number | UN1230 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2905.11.2010 |
| Tariff Code | 2905110010 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Toxic
GHS06
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H311 Toxic in contact with skin
- H331 Toxic if inhaled
- H370 Causes damage to organs
Precautionary statements
- P201 Obtain special instructions before use
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Alcohol, methyl
- Alcool methylique
- methyl alcohol
- Methyl hydrate
- Methyl hydroxide
- Methylalkohol
- Methylol
- Monohydroxymethane
- wood alcohol
- Wood naphtha
Frequently asked questions
What is methanol ≥99.9% commonly used for?
Methanol is widely used as a solvent, fuel additive, antifreeze, and in the production of formaldehyde, acetic acid, and biodiesel.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of methanol?
The chemical formula is **CH₃OH**, and the molecular weight is **32.04 g/mol**.
How should methanol ≥99.9% be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a tightly sealed container, away from ignition sources and oxidizing agents.
What purity grades of methanol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies methanol at **≥99.9% purity**—please confirm if other grades are required.
Can Molekula supply methanol in bulk quantities?
Yes, methanol ≥99.9% is available in **bulk**—contact us for specific packaging options and minimum order quantities.
What documentation comes with a methanol order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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