Methanol, Optima™ for HPLC, Fisher Chemical™

Description

High purity mobile phase for HPLC

• Screened for fluorescing and UV-absorbing contaminants to reduce interferences for smoother baselines
• Tested for HPLC gradient suitability
• Mobile phase for analytical and preparative separations
• Also meets ACS specifications
• Intended for research use only

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

• Absorbance: 0.01 AU max. at 254nm, 0.11 AU max. at 230nm, 0.23 AU max. at 220nm, 1.00 AU max. at 205nm
• Additional Information: Vapor Pressure: 128hPa at 20°C
• Assay Percent Range: 99.9% min by GC
• Linear Formula: CH₃OH
• UN Number: 1230
• Formula Weight: 32.04
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Percent Purity: ≥99.9%
• Grade: Also meets ACS specifications
• Carbonyl Compounds: 0.001% max.
• Certificate of Analysis: Certificate of Lot Analysis included with each bottle; UV and other chromatograms available on request.
• Density: 0.791g/cm³
• Boiling Point: 64.7°C
• Color: Colorless
• Melting Point: -98°C
• Quantity: 1L
• Filtered Through: 0.2-micron filtered.
• Flash Point: 12°C (53.6°F)
• Fluorescence Background: 1 ppb max.
• HPLC Gradient Suitability: Passes test
• Identification: Pass Test
• Packaging: Wide Neck Amber Bottle
• Residue after Evaporation: 1ppm max.
• Solubility in Water: Pass Test
• 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: 0.07% max.
• Chemical Name or Material: Methanol

Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement	DANGER!
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 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
DOTInformation	DOT Class 3, : Flammable Liquid

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