Methanol 99.85% Lab Grade is methyl alcohol, the simplest alcohol, built from one methyl group linked to a hydroxyl group. It’s a clear, colorless liquid with an odor much like ethanol, and it evaporates easily. This product carries CAS number 67-56-1 and is sold as Lab Grade at 99.85%. For reference, it has a boiling point of 64.7 °C, a density of 0.792 g/cm³ and a molar mass of 32.04 g/mol. It’s recommended for educational institutes and research labs doing regular research work. It isn’t suitable for food, drugs or medicines, and it’s highly toxic if swallowed. You can review the Safety Data Sheet and the Certificates of Analysis in the Product Manuals section on this page.
Labs reach for methanol to pull compounds out of plant material, run phytochemical analysis, support chemical synthesis and prepare methanol, water and acetic acid mixtures. Manufacturers use it as a starting point for chemicals like formaldehyde and acetic acid, and it shows up in antifreeze solutions too. The headaches usually come before the work starts. Maybe you’re worried about impurities skewing your results, or you can’t find the paperwork, or your supplier can’t ship hazmat in the size you need. At Lab Alley, your SDS and Certificates of Analysis are available online, sizes run from small bottles to bulk, and we handle hazmat shipping from start to finish. Pick a size, set up Autoship for repeat orders, or send us a request through our quote form to get started. On budget, on time, every time.
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Extracting compounds from plant material
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Phytochemical study and analysis
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Chemical synthesis in research labs
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Polar solvent and reagent
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Preparing methanol, water and acetic acid mixtures
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Chemical precursor for formaldehyde and acetic acid
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Component in antifreeze solutions
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Used in water methanol injection for engines
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Q: What is Methanol 99.85% Lab Grade used for?
A: Research and testing labs use it for phytochemical analysis, chemical synthesis and extracting compounds from plant material. Manufacturers also use methanol as a starting chemical for formaldehyde and acetic acid.Q: What does Lab Grade mean, and is it suitable for research use?
A: Lab Grade methanol is recommended for educational institutes and research labs doing regular research work. It isn’t suitable for food, drugs or medicines.Q: What concentration is this methanol?
A: It’s sold at 99.85%, as shown in the product name.Q: What sizes are available, and does it ship as hazmat?
A: You can choose from 500ml, 1L, 1 gal, 4L, 5 gal, 55 gal and 270 gal sizes, plus cases and pallets. Yes, it ships as hazmat, and the DOT line on this page reads: Methanol, 3, UN1230, PG II.Q: How do I get the SDS and Certificate of Analysis?
A: Scroll to the Product Manuals section on this page. The Safety Data Sheet is listed under Product Manuals, and the Certificates of Analysis have their own tab right beside it.Q: How should it be stored?
A: Methanol is a volatile liquid, so check the Safety Data Sheet for storage guidance that applies to this product.Q: What other names does methanol go by?
A: You may also see it called methyl alcohol, methylol, methyl hydrate, MeOH or wood alcohol.
Product Information
| CAS | 67-56-1 |
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| Synonyms | Methyl alcohol, Wood alcohol, Carbinol, Wood spirit, Wood naphtha, Methylol, Methyl hydroxide, Pyroxylic spirit |
| Assay | Min 99.85% |
| PubChem ID | 887 |
| Grade | Lab Grade |
| Color | Max 10 |
| Physical form | Liquid |
| Appearance | Clear, Colorless Liquid |
| Odor | Alcohol-like |
| Melting point | -144.4 °F (-98 °C) |
| Vapor pressure | 130.3 hPa (68 °F (20 °C)) |
| Auto-ignition temperature | 867.2 °F (464 °C) |
| Molecular formula | CH3OH |
| Molecular weight | 32.04 |
| Acetone | 0.001% |
| Acidity or Alkalinity | Max 0.0003 wt% |
| Aldehydes | 0.003% (as Acetone) |
| Autoship Available | Yes |
| Flash Point | 51.8 °F (11.0 °C) Closed Cup |
| Methanol | Min 99.85 % |
| Pillar | Essential |
| Readily Carbonizable Substances | Passes Test |
| Water | Max 0.10% |
