METHANOL

Clear colorless liquid

Methanol, a common laboratory solvent, is especially useful for HPLC, UV/VIS spectroscopy, and LCMS due to its low UV cutoff. The largest use of methanol by far is in making other chemicals. About 40% of methanol is converted to formaldehyde, and from there into products as diverse as plastics, plywood, paints, explosives, and permanent press textiles. Methanol is used on a limited basis to fuel internal combustion engines.

Methanol; Unitol MA10; Carbinol; Hydroxymethane; Methyl alcohol; Methyl hydrate; Methyl hydroxide; Methylic alcohol; Methylol; Wood alcohol

Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame in tightly closed containers. Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.