Methanol (Certified ACS), Fisher Chemical™

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 67-56-1
• Molecular Formula: CH4O
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 32.04
• MDL Number: MFCD00004595
• InChI Key: OKKJLVBELUTLKV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: methyl alcohol, wood alcohol, carbinol, wood spirit, wood naphtha, methylol, methyl hydroxide, pyroxylic spirit, colonial spirit, columbian spirit
• PubChem CID: 887
• ChEBI: CHEBI:17790
• IUPAC Name: methanol
• SMILES: CO

• Additional Information: Vapor Pressure: 128hPa at 20°C
• Assay Percent Range: Assay: ≥99.8%
• UN Number: 1230
• Solubility Information: Solubility in water: miscible
• Boiling Range: 63.6° to 65.6 °C
• Formula Weight: 32.04
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Percent Purity: 99.8%
• Grade: Certified ACS Reagent
• Carbonyl Compounds: 0.001 % max.
• Density: 0.791g/cm³
• Boiling Point: 64.7°C
• Color: Colorless
• Melting Point: -98°C
• Quantity: 4L
• Flash Point: 12°C (53.6°F)
• Identification: Pass test
• Packaging: Safe-Cote™ Amber Glass 
• Residue after Evaporation: 10ppm max.
• Solubility in Water: Pass test
• Specific Gravity: 0.791
• Substances Darkened by H2SO4: Pass test
• Substances Reducing Permanganate: Pass test
• Titratable Acid: 0.0003meq/g max.
• Titratable Base: 0.0002meq/g max.
• Vapor Pressure: 128 hPa at 20°C
• Viscosity: 0.55 cP at 20°C
• Water: 0.1% Max.
• Chemical Name or Material: Methanol

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	DANGER!
Hazard Statement	Emergency Overview Flammable liquid and vapor. Cannot be made non-poisonous. Vapor harmful. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Irritating to eyes and skin. May cause irritation of respiratory tract. Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if s. Explosive. Use personal protective equipment. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only under a chemical fume hood. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Immediate medical attention is required. NFPA Health:1 Flammability:3 Instability:0
Precautionary Statement	Emergency Overview Flammable liquid and vapor. Cannot be made non-poisonous. Vapor harmful. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Irritating to eyes and skin. May cause irritation of respiratory tract. Toxic: danger of ve
DOTInformation	DOT Class 3, : Flammable Liquid

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